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Thiamine (Vitamin B1) Flashcards

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Classification

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Vitamin B1

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Mechanism of Action

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  • Combines with adenosine triphosphate to produce thiamine diphosphate, which acts as a coenzyme in carbohydrate metabolism.
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Indications

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  • Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome
  • Beriberi
  • Nutritional supplementation
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Contraindications

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  • Known Sensitivity
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Adverse Effects

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  • Itching
  • Rash
  • Pain at injection site
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Administration

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  • Adult: 100 mg IV/IO
  • Not recommended for pediatrics.
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