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Vitamin B Complex
Used for Nutritional Deficiency, Pet Meds
Used for Nutritional Deficiency, Pet Meds
Vitamin B Complex is a multivitamin made up of different B vitamins and provides many benefits. This supplement is generally taken once a day, but this will vary depending on your dosage and the form that you're taking (e.g., tablet, liquid, gummies). Vitamin B Complex doesn't tend to cause many side effects other than flushing and sometimes stomach upset, unless you happen to take too much. It's typically taken by mouth, but there's also an injectable version available that's given by a healthcare provider.
What is Vitamin B Complex?
What is Vitamin B Complex used for?
- Multivitamin supplement
How Vitamin B Complex works
Vitamin B Complex is a dietary supplement. It contains B vitamins, which have many roles in your body and on your overall health including:
- Making energy by breaking down the food you eat
- Helping to make new hormones
- Helping to create genetic material (e.g., DNA, RNA)
- Playing a role in making red blood cells
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Various brands |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Dietary supplement |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | Lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Prescription or over-the-counter |
Side effects of Vitamin B Complex
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Flushing
- Stomach discomfort
Vitamin B Complex serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Very high levels of vitamin B3: flushing, yellowing of the skin or eyes, itching, fatigue, nausea, vomiting
- Very high levels of vitamin B6: poor muscle control, loss of balance, numbness in arms and legs, bone pain
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Pros and cons of Vitamin B Complex
Pros
- Oral form is available over the counter
- Combines many B vitamins into one pill, depending on the product
- Has relatively few side effects
Cons
- Injection form is only available with a prescription
- Might smell unpleasant to some people
- Many generic versions available
Pharmacist tips for Vitamin B Complex
- Many multivitamins already contain several B vitamins. Make sure you check how much you should be taking with your provider or pharmacist to avoid side effects from taking too much.
- Make sure to tell your provider or pharmacist about all of the medications you're taking, because Vitamin B Complex might interact with your certain medications.
- Keep your Vitamin B Complex bottle in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Don't store it in your bathroom because the moisture in the air could affect how well the product works.
- Don't use Vitamin B Complex after the expiration date on the package. It might not work as well for you if you use it beyond that date.
- Keep Vitamin B Complex stored in its original container. Exposure to light can destroy the vitamin B2 component.
Risks and warnings for Vitamin B Complex
Vitamin B Complex can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Risk of too much B vitamins
- Risk factors: Taking more than the recommended dose
It's unlikely to take too much B vitamins if you follow the instructions on your Vitamin B Complex package. B vitamins are water-soluble, meaning your body can get rid of extra amounts through the urine. But if you take very high doses over a long period of time, it's possible to take too much Vitamin B Complex, leading to severe side effects from specific vitamins, like vitamin B3 or vitamin B6. Since other OTC supplements contain B vitamins, always check with your provider or pharmacist to make sure you're not taking too much.
Vitamin B Complex dosage
The average cost for 1 vial of 30ml of Vitamin B Complex is $187.30 with a free GoodRx coupon. This is 25.53% off the average retail price of $251.51. 
Vial
Vial| Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30ml | 1 vial | $187.30 | $187.30 |
Typical dosage for Vitamin B Complex
Different brands of oral Vitamin B Complex can have different combinations and dosages of B vitamins. Some brands might also contain other types of vitamins. To get specific instructions, read the product's manufacturer label.
There's also an injectable form that's prescription-only and must be given by a healthcare provider.
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Vitamin B Complex (generic)
$187.30
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