What foods are high in B vitamins

 Lots of foods contain B vitamins, making it easy to get enough from your diet. It’s best to get your B vitamins from a wide variety of food sources. This helps ensure you’re getting enough of each type.

You can find vitamin B in:

• milk
• cheese
• eggs
• liver and kidney
• meat, such as chicken and red meat
• fish, such as tuna, mackerel, and salmon
• shellfish, such as oysters and clams
• dark green vegetables, such as spinach and kale
• vegetables, such as beets, avocados, and potatoes
• whole grains and cereals
• beans, such as kidney beans, black beans, and chickpeas
• nuts and seeds
• fruits, such as citrus, banana, and watermelon
• soy products, such as soy milk and tempeh
• blackstrap molasses
• wheat germ
• yeast and nutritional yeast

How can you tell if you’re deficient in B vitamins?

Most people get enough B vitamins by eating a balanced diet. However, it’s still possible to be deficient, especially if you’ve been taking certain medications for a while, such as proton pump inhibitors, or if you follow a very strict vegan or vegetarian diet.

The following symptoms may signal you’re not getting enough B vitamins:

• skin rashes
• cracks around the mouth
• scaly skin on the lips
• swollen tongue
• fatigue
• weakness
• anemia
• confusion
• irritability or depression
• nausea
• abdominal cramps
• diarrhea
• constipation
• numbness or tingling in the feet and hands

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms and aren’t sure why, make an appointment to talk with your doctor.

Although it’s possible that you’re experiencing a vitamin B deficiency, these symptoms also overlap with many other underlying conditions. Your doctor can make a diagnosis and advise you on next steps.

How much vitamin B complex do you need?

 The recommended daily amount of each B vitamin varies.

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH)Trusted Source, the recommended daily intake for women is:

• B1: 1.1 milligrams (mg)
• B2: 1.1 mg
• B3: 14 mg NE
• B5: 5 mg
• B6: 1.3 mg
• Biotin: 30 micrograms (mcg)
• Folic acid: 400 mcg DFE
• B12: 2.4 mcg

For men, the NIH recommends the following daily intake:

• B1: 1.2 mg
• B2: 1.3 mg
• B3: 16 mg NE
• B5: 5 mg
• B6: 1.3 mg
• Biotin: 30 mcg
• Folic acid: 400 mcg DFE
• B12: 2.4 mcg

Older adultsTrusted Source and those who are pregnant may require higher amounts of B vitamins. Your doctor can provide dosage information tailored to your individual needs.

Certain underlying health conditions can prevent your body from properly absorbing vitamin B. You should also talk with your doctor about your vitamin B intake if you have:

• celiac disease
• HIV
• Crohn’s disease
• alcohol use disorder
• kidney conditions
• rheumatoid arthritis
• ulcerative colitis
• inflammatory bowel disease

Why Is Vitamin B Complex Important and Where Do You Get It?

 What are the health benefits of B complex vitamins?

B vitamins play a vital role in maintaining good health and well-being. As the building blocks of a healthy body, B vitamins have a direct impact on your energy levels, brain function, and cell metabolism.

Vitamin B complex may help prevent infections and help support or promote:

• cell health
• growth of red blood cells
• energy levels
• eyesight
• brain function
• digestion
• appetite
• proper nerve function
• hormones and cholesterol production
• cardiovascular health
• muscle tone

For those who are pregnant

B vitamins are especially important for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. These vitamins aid in fetal brain development, and they reduce the risk of birth defects.

For people who are expecting, B vitamins may help manage energy levels, ease nausea, and lower the risk of developing preeclampsia.

For boosting testosterone

B vitamins are sometimes included in “testosterone-boosting” supplements and are thought to increase testosterone levels in men, which naturally decrease with age. However, human studies confirming these claims are lacking.

In spite of the lack of evidence for any testosterone-boosting effects, because B vitamins are helpful in hormone regulation, it’s possible that B vitamins may help regulate male hormones as well as female hormones.

Cotri 80mg/400mg tablet

 What is Cotrim?

Cotrim is an antibiotic combination containing sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim and it works by killing sensitive bacteria. Both ingredients are antibiotics that treat different types of infection caused by bacteria.

Cotrim is used to treat ear infections, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, traveler's diarrhea, and Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia.

Cotrim may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use Cotrim if you are allergic to sulfamethoxazole or trimethoprim, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.

Before using Cotrim, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, a folic acid deficiency, asthma or severe allergies, AIDS, a glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD deficiency), or if you are malnourished.

Take Cotrim for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Cotrim will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.

Avoid exposure to sunlight, sunlamps, or tanning beds. Cotrim can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, and a sunburn may result. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Cotrim if you are allergic to sulfamethoxazole or trimethoprim, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.

If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication. Before using Cotrim, tell your doctor if you have:

• kidney or liver disease;

• a folic acid deficiency;

• asthma or severe allergies;

• AIDS;

• a glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD deficiency); or

• if you are malnourished.

Do not use Cotrim if you are pregnant. This medicine could harm the unborn baby or cause birth defects.

Do not use Cotrim if you are breast-feeding a baby. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby.

Do not give Cotrim to a child younger than 2 months old. Older adults may be more likely to have side effects while taking this medication.

How should I take Cotrim?

Take Cotrim exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take Cotrim for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Cotrim will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent kidney stones while you are taking trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole. Store the tablets and liquid at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

Detailed Cotrim dosage information

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose can cause dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, headache, yellowing of your skin or eyes, blood in your urine, fever, confusion, or fainting.

What should I avoid?

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.

Avoid exposure to sunlight, sunlamps, or tanning beds. Cotrim can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, and a sunburn may result. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Cotrim side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever, swollen glands, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes.

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody (even if it occurs months after your last dose);

• a skin rash, no matter how mild;

• yellowing of your skin or eyes;

• a seizure;

• new or unusual joint pain;

• increased or decreased urination;

• swelling, bruising, or irritation around the IV needle;

• increased thirst, dry mouth, fruity breath odor;

• an electrolyte imbalance - headache, confusion, weakness, slurred speech, tingly feeling, chest pain, irregular heartbeats, loss of coordination or movement, feeling unsteady, vomiting; or

• low blood cell counts - fever, chills, mouth sores, skin sores, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, pale skin, cold hands and feet, feeling light-headed or short of breath.

Amoxil 250 MG Capsule

Description

Amoxil 250 MG Capsule is an antibiotic. It is used orally to treat different types of bacterial infections of the throat, lungs, ears, nose, urinary tract, and skin. Amoxil 250 MG Capsule is also used with other medications to stop the growth and kill Helicobacter pylori bacteria that cause stomach ulcer(s). It is not effective against infections caused by viruses or fungus.

Amoxil 250 MG Capsule shows side effects like diarrheic, stomach pain, headache, weakness, nausea, and vomiting. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Drink an adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration as this medicine may cause diarrhoea. Avoid taking this medicine if you have a known allergy to it and discontinue if any allergic reactions (skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), swelling of face, lips, etc.) are experienced. Amoxil 250 MG Capsule can be taken with or without food, and at the same time every day to ensure its better efficacy. Take the capsule as a whole without crushing or breaking it. Make sure that the course of antibiotic treatment is completed as directed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Amoxil 250 MG Capsule on your own even if you feel better. Amoxil 250 MG Capsule should be used cautiously by individuals with kidney problems, heart and liver problems. Amoxil 250 MG Capsule can make birth control pills less effective. You may be asked to use a different birth control method to prevent unintended pregnancy. Amoxil 250 MG Capsule can interact with other medicines. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines before starting the treatment with this capsule. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before taking Amoxil 250 MG Capsule.

How to use Panadol Extra Strength Tablet

 Take this product by mouth as directed. Follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

There are many brands and forms of acetaminophen available. Read the dosing instructions carefully for each product because the amount of acetaminophen may be different between products. Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended. (See also Warning section.)

If you are giving acetaminophen to a child, be sure you use a product that is meant for children. Use your child's weight to find the right dose on the product package. If you don't know your child's weight, you can use their age.

For suspensions, shake the medication well before each dose. Some liquids do not need to be shaken before use. Follow all directions on the product package. Measure the liquid medication with the provided dose-measuring spoon/dropper/syringe to make sure you have the correct dose. Do not use a household spoon.

For rapidly-dissolving tablets, chew or allow to dissolve on the tongue, then swallow with or without water. For chewable tablets, chew thoroughly before swallowing.

Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split the tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.

For effervescent tablets, dissolve the dose in the recommended amount of water, then drink.

Pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. If you wait until the symptoms have worsened, the medication may not work as well.

Do not take this medication for fever for more than 3 days unless directed by your doctor. For adults, do not take this product for pain for more than 10 days (5 days in children) unless directed by your doctor. If the child has a sore throat (especially with high fever, headache, or nausea/vomiting), consult the doctor promptly.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse or if you develop new symptoms. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.