GENERIC
Vitamin B complex
Indications
It is indicated in the vitamin B-Complex deficiency states like beriberi, Wernicke's encephalopathy, loss of appetite, cheilosis, glossitis, angular stomatitis, keratitis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, pellagra, photophobia, peripheral neuritis, corneal vascularization, in conditions causing depletion, or ... Read more It is indicated in the vitamin B-Complex deficiency states like beriberi, Wernicke's encephalopathy, loss of appetite, cheilosis, glossitis, angular stomatitis, keratitis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, pellagra, photophobia, peripheral neuritis, corneal vascularization, in conditions causing depletion, or reduced absorption of vitamins such as gastrointestinal disorders, chronic alcoholism, febrile illness, prolonged or wasting diseases, hyperthyroidism or poorly controlled diabetes, and conditions resulting in increased requirement for B-Complex vitamins e.g. pregnancy, severe burns and recovery from surgery.
Pharmacology
This is a well balanced combination of B-Complex vitamins which is specially formulated for prophylactic or therapeutic nutritional supplementation in conditions requiring water soluble B-Complex vitamins. Vitamins are essential for normal metabolic functions including hematopoiesis. The B-Complex vitamins are necessary for the conversion of carbohydrate, protein and fat into tissue and energy.
Dosage and administration
Tablet and Capsule : 1-2 tablets/capsules thrice daily. Syrup : 2-3 teaspoonful daily or as directed by the physician. Injection : It is used when the oral route is not feasible or when rapid correction of vitamin B-group is needed. It can be given intramuscularly or intravenously (slowly) in a dose of 2 mL daily or as advised by the Registered Physician.
Interactions
Pyridoxine may increase the peripheral metabolism of levodopa, reducing therapeutic efficacy in patients with Parkinson's disease.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Side effects
Adverse reactions have been reported with specific vitamins, and generally at levels substantially higher than those in Orabex. However, allergic and idiosyncratic reactions are possible at lower levels.
Pregnancy and lactation
The recommended dose should not be exceeded without medical advice.
Precautions and warnings
It should be given cautiously to patients taking levodopa as pyridoxine reduces the effect of levodopa. Hypersensitivity may develop in patients previously given thiamine, specially after repeated injections of concentrated solution; give subsequent injections with care. Discontinue drug if untoward reactions develop. Intramuscular administration may cause transient pain; when used undiluted, administer slowly.
Storage
Keep below 25°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Clinical information is taken from the most complete brand listing (Kvit-B); it applies to the active ingredient.
Brands of Vitamin B complex
| # | Brand | Company | Form | Strength | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | B-Plex | Ad-din Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.62per unit |
| 32 | B-Plex | Ad-din Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 33 | B-Plus | Somatec Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 34 | B-Vit 4 | Cosmic Pharma Ltd. | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | Not listed |
| 35 | Combivit | Orion Pharma Ltd. | IM/IV Injection | (50 mg+5.48 mg+100 mg+5 mg+10 mg)/2 ml | Not listed |
| 36 | Comvit-B | Mystic Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 37 | Convit B | Concord Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 38 | Cpvit B | Cosmo Pharma Laboratories Ltd. | Capsule | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.60per unit |
| 39 | Cytaplex | Central Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Capsule | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.55per unit |
| 40 | Cytaplex | Central Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 41 | Deplex | Decent Pharma Laboratories Ltd. | Capsule | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.56per unit |
| 42 | Deplex | Decent Pharma Laboratories Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 43 | Ediplex | Edruc Limited | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.77per unit |
| 44 | Ediplex | Edruc Limited | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 45 | Enplex-B | Novo Healthcare and Pharma Ltd. | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.52per unit |
| 46 | Ethiplex | Ethical Drugs Limited | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 47 | Ethivit-B | Ethical Drugs Limited | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.62per unit |
| 48 | Europlex | Euro Pharma Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 49 | EV Plex B | Reliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.50per unit |
| 50 | EV Plex B | Reliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 51 | Flavit | Amico Laboratories Ltd. | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.44per unit |
| 52 | G-Vitamin B Complex | Gonoshasthaya Pharma Ltd. | IM/IV Injection | (50 mg+5.48 mg+100 mg+5 mg+10 mg)/2 ml | Not listed |
| 53 | G-Vitamin B Complex | Gonoshasthaya Pharma Ltd. | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.50per unit |
| 54 | G-Vitamin B Complex | Gonoshasthaya Pharma Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 55 | Hexaplex | Jayson Pharmaceutical Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 56 | Hiposul | Gaco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 57 | Indoplex | Indo Bangla Pharmaceutical | Syrup | (5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Not listed |
| 58 | Indoplex B | Indo Bangla Pharmaceutical | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.40per unit |
| 59 | Kvit-B | Kemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | IM/IV Injection | (50 mg+5.48 mg+100 mg+5 mg+10 mg)/2 ml | Not listed |
| 60 | Kvit-B | Kemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Tablet | 5 mg+2 mg+2 mg+20 mg | ৳ 0.51per unit |
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