Side Effects of Benfotiamine Capsules

Benfotiamine is a derivative of vitamin B1, also known as thiamine. Benfotiamine is designed to be converted into a more easily absorbed version of the vitamin, which makes it very potent. Benfotiamine is often prescribed to help prevent some of the symptoms of age-related diabetes by activating an enzyme that degrades some of the harmful byproducts of high blood sugar.

Benfotiamine allergies

• Benfotiamine capsules can cause rashes and itching, especially on the arms and legs. If this occurs, you should stop taking the caplets immediately and check with your doctor.

Benfotiamine and the Stomach

• Benfotiamine, if taken in high doses, can also cause an upset stomach.

Benfotiamine and Other B Vitamins

• Long-term usage of Benfotiamine can also cause an imbalance of the other B vitamins in the body, so make sure that you take a B-complex vitamin as well to ensure you don't cause other deficiencies.

Benfotiamine and Pregnancy

• It is important, if you are pregnant, to only take Benfotiamine if you have a vitamin B1 deficiency and to stop taking it once the deficiency is resolved. High levels of B vitamins can be unhealthy for a developing fetus.

Benfotiamine and Blood Pressure

• Some people who take Benfotiamine capsules also experience a drop in their blood pressure readings over time.