Drug Facts

Type of Drug:

Water-soluble vitamin. Vitamin not stored by the body.

How the Drug Works:

Riboflavin (vitamin B 2 ) acts in a variety of important metabolic processes in the body and promotes healthy skin and vision.

Uses:

To treat and prevent riboflavin deficiency. Symptoms of riboflavin deficiency include itching and burning eyes, lips, mouth, or tongue; sensitivity to light; sore throat; mouth or tongue inflammation; scrotal or vulva skin changes; skin inflammation; red eyes; cataract formation; dry lips and corners of the mouth; or scaly skin inflammation on the face and scalp.

Precautions:

Multiple vitamin deficiencies: It is unusual for riboflavin deficiency to Occur alone. Other vitamins and protein may also be needed. Consult your pharmacist or doctor.

Pregnancy: Adequate, well-controlled studies have failed to demonstrate risk to the fetus. In doses that exceed RDA, risk cannot be ruled out. However, potential benefits to the mother may justify the potential risks to the fetus. Consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding: Riboflavin is excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor before you begin breastfeeding.

Doses:

Guidelines for Use:

• Most people on balanced diets do not need vitamin supplements. People with excessive alcohol intake, mal absorption, or poor diets are at risk for riboflavin deficiency.
• Dosage for treatment of deficiency states is 5 to 10 mg/day
• May cause a yellow discoloration of the urine when taken in large doses.
• Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) _ Males: 1.4 to 1.8 mg Females: 1.2 to 1.3 mg
• Common sources of riboflavin - Meats, poultry, fish, dairy products, broccoli, turnips, asparagus, spinach, enriched and fortified grains, cereals, and bakery products.
• Store at controlled room temperature (59° to 86°F). Protect from moisture.