Thiamine (Vitamin B1)

Question 1

Pharm and Action

Answer 1

Vit. B1 is used for the conversion of pyruvic acid to acetyl-coenzyme-A; If thiamine deficiency occurs brain cannot obtain glucose to use as energy; Chronic alcoholism or starvation interferes with the absorption, intake, and utilization of Thiamine

Question 2

Indications

Answer 2

Co-administration with D50 in patients suspected of malnutrition or chronic alcoholism; Coma of unknown origin, especially if alcohol may be involved; Delerium Tremens

Question 3

Contraindications

Answer 3

Hypersensitivity

Question 4

Administration

Answer 4

100 mg IV or IM

Question 5

Side effects and Special Notes

Answer 5

There may be a few cases of hypersensitivity to Thiamine

Question 6

Class

Answer 6

A