Biamine
Biamine is a brand form of Thiamine (Vitamin B1), an essential water-soluble vitamin. It is crucial for carbohydrate metabolism, maintaining healthy nerve function, and supporting cardiovascular health.
Dosage by Body Weight
For adults, typical therapeutic dosage ranges from 50 mg to 300 mg daily depending on the severity of the deficiency. Pediatric dosing should be strictly managed by a healthcare provider based on nutritional status and clinical requirements.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 0.2 mg to 0.3 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatrician. This represents standard daily maintenance; therapeutic doses for diagnosed deficiency must be determined by a specialist.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 0.3 mg to 0.5 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer under medical supervision. Typically managed via diet or pediatric multivitamin drops if indicated.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure adequate fluid intake. Adjust dose as directed by a healthcare professional.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg to 0.9 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Dose may be adjusted higher by a physician if treating active clinical thiamine deficiency.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 0.9 mg daily
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- For therapeutic correction of deficiency states, clinical guidelines and individual patient assessment govern the final dose.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 0.2 mg to 0.3 mg daily | Once daily | Consult a pediatrician. This represents standard daily maintenance; therapeutic doses for diagnosed deficiency must be determined by a specialist. |
| 5-7 kg | 0.3 mg to 0.5 mg daily | Once daily | Administer under medical supervision. Typically managed via diet or pediatric multivitamin drops if indicated. |
| 8-10 kg | 0.5 mg daily | Once daily | Ensure adequate fluid intake. Adjust dose as directed by a healthcare professional. |
| 11-15 kg | 0.5 mg to 0.9 mg daily | Once daily | Dose may be adjusted higher by a physician if treating active clinical thiamine deficiency. |
| 16-20 kg | 0.9 mg daily | Once daily | For therapeutic correction of deficiency states, clinical guidelines and individual patient assessment govern the final dose. |
Formulation
TabletInjection
Purpose
Prevention and treatment of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) deficiency, including beriberi, Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, and peripheral neuritis.
Generic Name
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.