What is TIAM 100MG?

Introduction:

Tiam capsule is a dietary supplement which is used to treat thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency and its associated disorders. Vitamin B1 is needed to maintain the health of the nerves and the heart. Deficiency of vitamin B1 may cause heart failure and mental/nerve problems. Thiamine produce thiamine diphosphate by combining with adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and leukocytes which acts as a coenzyme in carbohydrate metabolism, in transketolation reactions, and in the utilization of hexose in the hexose-monophosphate shunt.

The most common side effects of thiamine are nausea, diarrhea or stomach pain. This medicine is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.

Key Composition of Tiam capsule:

• Thiamine hydrochloride

Therapeutic uses of Tiam capsule:

• It is used to treat thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency and its associated disorders

Side effects of Tiam capsule:

Common:

• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• stomach pain

How to manage side effects:

Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting):

Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.

Stomachache:

Try to rest and relax. You can also eat and drink slowly or have smaller and frequent meals. Keeping a heat pad or covered hot water bottle on your stomach may also help. If still pain persists, speak to your doctor.

Diarrhea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.

Safety advice:

• Always take this medicine as directed by your physician.
• Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
• Do not take alcohol while taking this medicine.
• Tiam capsule should be used with caution in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking.
• This medicine is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines you use, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, and herbal supplements.

More information:

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store in a cool and dry place

FAQ’s:

Can Tiam capsule be used in children?

This medicine is not intended for use in children under 12 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking.

Can Tiam capsule be used during pregnancy?

This medicine should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.

Can Tiam capsule cause nausea?

Yes. This medicine may cause nausea in some individuals. Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.

References:

https://www.pdr.net/drug-summary/Thiamine-thiamine-hydrochloride-2546#:~:text=Mechanism%20of%20Action%3A%20Thiamine%20combines,in%20the%20hexose%2Dmonophosphate%20shunt.

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00152

https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-3981/thiamine-hcl-vitamin-b1-oral/details

https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/thiamine-vitamin-b1/

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5007.pdf