Thiamine Side Effects

For the Consumer

Applies to thiamine: solution, tablet

Along with its needed effects, thiamine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking thiamine:

Rare

• Coughing
• difficulty in swallowing
• hives
• itching of skin
• swelling of face, lips, or eyelids
• wheezing or difficulty in breathing

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to thiamine: compounding powder, injectable solution, oral tablet

Local

Local side effects have included tenderness and induration at the injection site following intramuscular use.^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included a feeling of warmth, pruritus, urticaria, weakness, sweating, nausea, restlessness, tightness of the throat, angioneurotic edema, cyanosis, pulmonary edema, and hemorrhage into the gastrointestinal tract. Anaphylaxis has been reported, especially after repeated injection. Collapse and death have also been reported.^[Ref]

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

Medical Disclaimer