Greetings, my dear readers. I think you won't deny that excessive stress, bad ecology and lack of sleep have a negative impact on health. You can't do this without outside help. The real salvation in this case are B vitamins. They are responsible for beauty, energy metabolism and health. Today’s article is dedicated to these super heroes :)
Conventionally, all vitamins can be differentiated into 2 groups: fat-soluble and water-soluble. Fat-soluble vitamins– , and – are soluble in fats. They have the ability to accumulate in our body, and their overdose is dangerous.
Water-soluble vitamins are representatives of groups and B. These elements do not accumulate in the body, so they need to be replenished daily
There are 13 elements that our body really needs. Eight of them belong to group B. They help the body obtain energy from the carbohydrates, fats and proteins that we absorb.
The B complex is needed for the full functioning of the brain and nervous system. It is also necessary to work efficiently and to keep your hair and skin beautiful. Also, elements of this group are important for the immune and digestive systems. Their role in the process of growth and development of the body is difficult to overestimate. Therefore, representatives of this group are an important part of baby food.
Why you need to take B vitamins
Although we now eat more varied foods, we still do not always get enough vitamins. Deficiencies are most often experienced by those who:
- over 50;
- takes antacids;
- suffers from celiac disease, gastritis or other stomach disorders;
- at rapid loss weight – for everyone on diets;
- regularly drinks alcohol;
- vegetarian or vegan;
- pregnant or breastfeeding women (who additionally need B6, B12 and folic acid).
According to numerous studies, this group vitamins can help with other diseases. From anxiety and heart disease to strong manifestations premenstrual syndrome. Some people take B elements to increase energy and improve their mood. Others - to improve memory, skin and hair health.
As I wrote above, our body has limited opportunities for storing most B vitamins. The exceptions are B12 and folic acid. These elements are stored in the liver. For this reason, it is important that sufficient quantities of these elements are supplied.
Vitamin deficiency can cause a range of symptoms. These are fatigue, anemia, loss of appetite, depression, abdominal pain, muscle spasms, hair loss and eczema. Want to learn more about the causes of vitamin deficiency in this group? Then watch this video where the doctor explains everything in detail.
Review of B vitamins
Group B contains eight vitamins. These are B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 ( pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folic acid) and B12 (cobalamin).
They are present in various food products. However, as I already said, these elements are water soluble. Those. are excreted from the body in urine. Also, representatives of group B are easily destroyed, especially during cooking and with alcohol. I'll tell you briefly about each of them.
B1 (thiamine)
Helps the body create new cells. Needed to obtain energy from food by breaking down carbohydrates (rice, pasta, bread, fruits and vegetables). It is often called the anti-stress vitamin. He is able to protect immune system, as well as maintain healthy muscle tissue and nerves.
Thiamine deficiency: heart, blood vessels suffer, muscle tissue, digestive and nervous systems. Symptoms include irritability, poor hand or foot coordination, lethargy, fatigue and muscle weakness.
IN last years The popularity of vitamin complexes containing B vitamins has reached an unprecedented scale. They are prescribed for a variety of diseases and conditions, ranging from osteoarthritis to memory impairment. What are these substances and when should they be taken additionally?
Nutritionists believe that a person who eats a nutritious and varied diet is not afraid of vitamin deficiency. However, as statistics show, a significant part of the population does not even “get close” to the lower limit daily norm consumption of B vitamins. For example, 10.5% of Americans suffer from vitamin B6 deficiency, and 16–18% of older US citizens have vitamin B1 deficiency. For Russians, both children and adults, the situation with B vitamins is no better.
Eight Companions
There are exactly eight of them - vitamins that play important role in cellular metabolism. They all often coexist in the same products, have similar names and similar structures. Each of them is involved in some key metabolic process. Let's get to know these heroes better.
- Vitamin B 1 (thiamine)
It has important in the production of energy from carbohydrates, participates in metabolism, and provides nervous function.
Contained in grains, green vegetables, potatoes, pork, eggs.
- Vitamin B 2 (riboflavin)
Participates in energy production and oxidation fatty acids.
Contained in dairy products, leafy vegetables, legumes, liver, mushrooms, yeast.
- Vitamin B 3 (niacin)
Necessary for the metabolism of glucose, fats and alcohol.
Contained in meat, fish, whole grain products, nuts, mushrooms.
- Vitamin B 5 (pantothenic acid)
Participates in the oxidation of fatty acids and carbohydrates. Coenzyme A is synthesized from vitamin B5, which is necessary for the production of amino acids, hormones, antibodies and many other important biologically active substances.
Found in meat, whole grains, and broccoli.
- Vitamin B 6 (pyridoxine)
Participates in the metabolism of amino acids and in the synthesis of substances through which impulses are transmitted from nerve cells.
Contained in meat, fish, legumes, nuts, bananas, potatoes.
- Vitamin B 7 (biotin)
Plays a key role in the metabolism of fats, proteins and carbohydrates.
Contained in eggs, liver, pork, leafy vegetables.
- Vitamin B 9 (folic acid)
Necessary for amino acid synthesis and normal cell division. Particularly important during pregnancy.
Contained in leafy vegetables, legumes, citrus fruits.
- Vitamin B 12 (cyanocobalamin)
Participates in the metabolism of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and is necessary for the production of blood cells, nerve fiber sheaths and proteins.
Contained in meat, fish and other animal products.
All eight B vitamins are classified as neurotropic, as they are vital for the normal functioning of the nervous system. A decrease in the concentration of these substances in the blood leads to damage peripheral nerves, and the impetus for hypovitaminosis can be a variety of conditions.
Deficit picture
The cause of deficiency of B vitamins, along with dietary deficiencies, may be alcohol abuse, diseases of the digestive tract, taking certain medications (for example, the hypoglycemic metformin, proton pump blocker - omeprazole, some antibiotics, etc.), increased need for vitamins during pregnancy.
If the body lacks neurotropic vitamins, it lets you know about it neurological symptoms. First of all, hypovitaminosis of B vitamins is indicated by disturbances in sensory perception in the extremities, tingling, twitching, burning, weakness, swelling of the arms and legs. Dermatitis often appears against the background of deficiency. With severe hypovitaminosis B1, work is disrupted of cardio-vascular system, including heart rate.
A clear indication of vitamin B2 deficiency is damage to the oral mucosa (cracks), as well as itching and burning of the eyes. With a deficiency of vitamin B 3, hair loss increases. A lack of vitamin B6 is indicated by irritability, insomnia and behavioral changes. Hypovitaminosis B 6, B 9 and B 12 is characterized by a decrease in the level of hemoglobin in the blood and associated weakness and shortness of breath.
Of course, it is better to prevent all these conditions than to treat them. And in the assortment of pharmacies there are products that can cope with both the first and second tasks.
Both prevention and treatment
Over-the-counter B-vitamin complexes (for example, Multi-Tabs B-Complex, dietary supplements) are taken for preventive purposes, for example, during a diet, as well as for mild hypovitaminosis of B vitamins. For the treatment of more serious conditions caused by moderate and severe vitamin deficiency, they are prescribed prescription drugs, which contain high doses of active ingredients (Milgamma, Neurobion, etc.).
Drugs in this group are included in a combined treatment regimen for damage to peripheral nerves (sensitivity disorders, cramps in the limbs) - polyneuropathy. This disease develops in almost half of people suffering from diabetes mellitus Therefore, diabetics are prescribed B vitamins regularly.
Neurovitamins have also proven effective in treating age-related decline in intelligence. Doctors believe that the reason senile dementia There may be a malabsorption of vitamins in older people. In addition, neurotropic vitamins are used for lesions facial nerve, neuralgia, convulsions of various origins. They are often included in the treatment regimen for radiculitis, osteoarthritis, lumbago: it has been proven that the use of B vitamins in combination with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (for example, diclofenac) helps reduce the severity of pain.
Only a doctor can and should prescribe B vitamins for therapeutic purposes: amateur activity in such cases is fraught with the development of hypervitaminosis. But it is better to choose a drug for preventive courses with the help of a pharmacist or pharmacist who is well versed in the assortment. And, of course, when taking medications - no matter whether we are talking about antibiotics or vitamins - you should not deviate from the recommended dosages and duration of use.
Marina Pozdeeva
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B vitamins are necessary for our body, because they ensure quality and speed of action. thought processes, take care of the functioning of the brain and the entire nervous system, participate in blood production and metabolic processes.
With a lack of vitamins of this group, they develop various diseases, associated with all of the above processes occurring in our body.
Thanks to the development of modern pharmacology, the deficiency of B vitamins can now be easily compensated pharmaceutical drugs, which are available in tablet form.
On pharmacy shelves you can now see a huge selection of various vitamin complexes for both children and adults in various price categories. Such complexes are produced mainly in the form of tablets, sometimes in the form of high price- not always an indicator of decent quality.
Let's consider several popular complexes of B vitamins in tablets: “Mega-B Complex”, “Milgamma Compositum”, “Angiovit”, “Gerimaks”, “Neuromultivit”.
"Mega-B Complex"
Mega-B Complex prevents stress and is indicated for people with neurological disorders
Effective for preventing the body's resistance during stress and major physical activity, with metabolic disorders.
Contains vitamins B1, B2, folic acid and nicotinamide, as well as the rest. Take 1 tablet per day in the morning.
Contraindicated for women during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as for those with individual intolerance to the components.
The cost of one package (90 tablets) is from 1200 rubles.
Reviews about “Mega-B Complex”:
Lech: “I took it for a long time. As an athlete, they were simply necessary for me. In my opinion, this is the best B-vitamin complex I have ever tried.”
Sanya: “I am an employee of a production facility located in the northern part of the country, so I simply need to replenish my body with vitamins. This is the number of times I take the B-complex with me on shift and am pleased with its effect: where else do I get the strength to work if not from it?”
Tanechka: “An excellent vitamin complex, it helped super under the conditions of my difficult work. It's just expensive. But for health and wellness I don't mind the money. I will take more."
"Milgamma Compositum" is prescribed for deficiency of B vitamins
A preparation containing vitamin B complex. Prescribed to patients with neuralgic disorders and diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
The complex improves the process of hematopoiesis, replenishes the deficiencies of vitamins B1 and B6.
1 tablet contains 100 mg of benfotiamine - a derivative of vitamin B1, which is involved in the oxidation of glucose.
Second active substance- pyridoxine hydrochloride - affects the metabolism of amino acids.
"Milgamma Compositum" has several contraindications:
- heart failure;
- pregnancy, breastfeeding;
- sensitivity to the components of the complex - allergic reactions are possible.
The complex is taken 1-3 times a day for a month. The cost of one package containing 60 tablets will cost about 1000 rubles.
Reviews about the Milgamma Compositum complex:
Vika: “Milgamma is a super pill! They really help! But do not exceed the dose prescribed by your doctor.”
Lyuba: “Milgamma rarely has side effects. Nice complex, but very expensive. I stopped taking it because it was expensive.”
Vitamins "Angiovit" are useful for cardiovascular diseases
An excellent vitamin complex for the prevention and treatment of circulatory failure in the brain, angiopathy in diabetes, and atherosclerosis.
The complex includes:
- vitamin B6;
- vitamin B12;
- folic acid;
- other B vitamins.
The complex should be taken one tablet at any time of the day for 30 days. Contraindications - allergic reactions to the components of the drug.
The cost of a package of 60 tablets is from 300 rubles.
Reviews about "Angiovit":
Marina: “I took “Angiovit” for , the doctor prescribed it. The body was necessary vitamins, there weren’t enough of them, and I also have high homocysteine. It’s great that the complex is beneficial for expectant mothers.”
Lelichka: “It’s strange why it is prescribed before planning a pregnancy... But since I trust my doctor, I took this drug. Basically, I didn’t feel any changes in my body.”
Fedorych: “Angiovit improves the condition of the blood. I've been drinking it for a long time. Sometimes heaviness in the stomach began to arise, the doctor said that it was most likely from the vitamins.”
"Neuromultivitis" is indicated for nervous disorders of various nature
A real “lifesaver” for the prevention and treatment of fatigue during periods of increased mental stress, lack of vitamins, and during the period of rehabilitation of the body after illnesses.
Contains both B vitamins, vitamin A, D3, C, and minerals - calcium, phosphorus.
Available in the form of tablets, which are taken 1 piece 1 to 3 times a day. The price of a package of 20 tablets is about 400 rubles.
There are quite a lot of contraindications:
- intolerance to components;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- children under 12 years of age;
- diabetes;
- hypersensitivity.
About 20% of older people are deficient in vitamin B12. Most vegans are also at risk of B deficiency. However, not only vegetarians and the elderly need vitamins from this group. It turns out that supplements of such vitamins are one of the possible ways reducing professional stress and improving productivity. Another important advantage taking them reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and malignant neoplasms. Our pharmacies sell many vitamin complexes. Let's consider, Which vitamins contain more vitamin B?.
Let's compare the amount of B vitamins in vitamin-mineral complexes
We will select for analysis the most popular domestic and imported complexes containing B vitamins, which are available in tablet form: Centrum, AlfaVit, Vitrum, Complivit, Supradin, Multi-Tabs, Perfectil, Duovit, Neurobion, Doppelhertz, Milgamma. They can be divided into:
- combined with other vitamins and minerals,
- specialized (containing B-complex in increased dosage).
Combined multivitamin-mineral complexes
These include Vitrum, Centrum from A to Zinc, AlfaVit Classic, Perfectil, Complivit, Supradin, Multi-Tabs Classic, Duovit. The entire B-group is present in them:
- B1 – thiamine,
- B2 – riboflavin,
- B5 – pantothenic acid,
- B6 – pyridoxine,
- B9 – folic acid,
- B12 – cyanocobalamin.
In AlfaVit, Vitrum, Duovit, Complivit, Multi-Tabs and Centrum, thiamine, pyridoxine and riboflavin are contained within the daily norm (1–1.5 mg) and differ slightly between drugs.
If you are looking B vitamins with microelements, pay attention to Perfectil and Supradin. Compared to other drugs in this group, they contain more:
- thiamine approximately 10–20 times,
- riboflavin 2.5–4 times,
- pyridoxine 5–10 times.
Pantothenate (B5) is most abundant in Perfectil (40 mg), and B12 is found in Complivit (0.0125 mg). The folate concentration in all preparations ranges from 0.1 to 0.5 mg. Biotin (B7) is contained only in AlphaVit, Vitrum, Centrum, Perfectil and Supradin, and in Supradin its concentration is an order of magnitude higher than in the others.
| Complex | Amount of B vitamins in 1 tablet (mg) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | B2 | B5 | B6 | B7 | B9 | B12 | |
| AlfaVit Classic | 1.5 | 1.8 | 5 | 2 | 0.05 | 0.1 | 0.003 |
| Vitrum | 1.5 | 1.7 | 10 | 2 | 0.03 | 0.4 | 0.006 |
| Doppelhertz Active Folic acid + Vitamins B6+B12+C+E | — | — | — | 6 | — | 0.6 | 0.005 |
| Doppelhertz Active Magnesium + B Vitamins | 4.2 | — | — | 5 | — | 0.6 | 0.005 |
| Duovit | 1 | 1.2 | 5 | 2 | — | 0.4 | 0.003 |
| Complivit | 1 | 1.27 | 5 | 5 | — | 0.1 | 0.0125 |
| Milgamma Compositum | 100 (B) ? | — | — | 100 | — | — | — |
| Multi-tabs Classic | 1.4 | 1.6 | 6 | 2 | — | 0.2 | 0.001 |
| Multi-tabs B-complex | 15 | 15 | 30 | 15 | — | 0.2 | 0.005 |
| Neurobion in tablets | 100 | — | — | 100 | — | — | 0.24 |
| Perfectile | 10 | 5 | 40 | 20 | 0.045 | 0.5 | 0.009 |
| Supradin | 20 | 5 | 11.6 | 10 | 0.25 | 1 | 0.005 |
| Centrum from A to Zinc | 1.4 | 1.75 | 7.5 | 2 | 0.0625 | 0.2 | 0.0025 |
Specialized B-complexes
Such drugs include Vitamin B complex tablets Milgamma Compositum and Neurobion, Doppelgerz brand preparations with B vitamins and Multi-Tabs B-complex. The principle of their creation is based on a combination of two or three nutrients that interact with each other in the body. Often the concentration of B-group vitamins in them is increased to therapeutic doses, because they are prescribed to compensate for a serious vitamin deficiency or in complex therapy nervous diseases.
Multi-Tabs B-complex contains all B vitamins, except biotin. Compared to the above-mentioned drugs, it contains increased content:
- riboflavin 3–8 times,
- pantothenic acid 4–6 times (but less than in Perfectil),
- thiamine 10–15 times (but less than in Supradin).
Reducing homocysteine levels in the blood is thought to reduce the incidence of heart disease and Alzheimer's disease. Folic acid and cyanocobalamin (B12) are involved in the metabolic conversion of homocysteine into the beneficial amino acid methionine.
Clinical studies show that a diet low in these vitamins increases the risk of stroke. A folate and vitamin B12 supplement taken for 3 months reduced homocysteine levels by 32% and reduced the risk of colon cancer by 30–40% among people with a genetic predisposition to the disease.
It is on the basis of a combination of these vitamins that the Doppelhertz Active Folic Acid + Vitamins B and Doppelhertz Magnesium + Vitamins B products were created. The folic acid content in them is increased to 0.6 mg, although the amount of vitamins B12 and B6 differs slightly compared to other complexes of this group .
The triad of B1, B6 and B12, which is commonly used to treat peripheral neuropathy, is found in Neurobion. If we compare all the above-mentioned B vitamins in tablets, then it contains the highest concentrations of thiamine and cyanocobalamin (20 and 48 times more, respectively), and the amount of vitamin B6 exceeds the average daily dose by 50 times.
A special feature of the drug Milgamma is that it contains a synthetic analogue of vitamin B1, benfotiamine (100 mg). Its advantage is that it is fat-soluble and therefore is better absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract than thiamine. The dose of pyridoxine in Milgamma, as in Neurobion, is significantly higher than in all other multivitamins.
However, we should not forget that when choosing vitamins, you do not need to follow the principle “the more the better,” but remember that each vitamin has its place and time. This is especially true for complexes in which vitamins are contained in therapeutic rather than prophylactic dosages. Consultation with a doctor will save you from mistakes and help you individually choose the right drug.
Vitamin B- this is not a separate important element in the construction of each organism, but a whole complex, and there are up to 20 components of this system. Each of the B vitamins affects certain processes, and without them the development of any cell in the body can be disrupted. How these vitamins are useful and in what preparations they are found - we will look into this article.
Each element of group B is useful in its own way. In general, they all participate in the functioning of cells, play a huge role in the development of the nervous system, and are responsible for the functioning of the digestive system. 
List of drugs
Often the body requires additional amounts of a certain element from a group of vitamins. Many drugs separate one active ingredients from others to achieve greater effect. Let's look at the most common prescribed drugs with.
Important! B vitamins are not able to accumulate in the human body, so it is necessary to ensure the daily intake of these elements by carefully considering your diet.
A preparation with a vitamin complex. Most often it is prescribed to patients whose diagnosis is hyperhomocysteinemia. This disease is caused by a deficiency of active substances, which are included in the tablets, and is characterized by an increased amount of the amino acid homocysteine in the blood. 
In 70% of cases this leads to atherosclerosis and arterial thrombosis, especially if there are already problems with the blood vessels. Moreover, this amount of homocysteine negatively affects the ability to bear fruit in women and can provoke dementia and depression.
The main task of the medicine is to replenish the missing amount of group B elements in order to prevent or treat this pathology. The tablet is quickly absorbed and immediately begins its action - it activates the exchange of methionine with the resulting vitamins and normalizes the amount of homocysteine in the blood.
Take it once a day at any time, up to a month; depending on the condition, the course can be shortened.
Contraindications are possible only in cases where a person has an individual intolerance to any component of the drug.
This medicine combines great amount elements of group B -, B3, B6, B9, B12. Prescribed most often for preventive purposes various diseases, which can cause frequent stress and excessive physical and mental activity. 
This concerns vision, the general condition of cerebral vessels, blood composition, metabolic processes, CNS as a whole. Helps the body cope with stress when a person is most susceptible to it - during a decrease in immunity depending on the season.
The tablets replenish the norm of vitamins in the human body, which starts metabolic processes, strengthens blood vessels and normalizes the condition of the blood.
The dosage rate is 1 capsule per day with meals. The course can last up to a month.
It should not be taken by those who are intolerant to the components - it contains microcrystalline cellulose. There is also a ban for pregnant women and breastfeeding.
A complex medicine that, in addition to B vitamins, contains microelements, as well as ginseng, ferrous fumarate, manganese sulfate, magnesium hydroxide, calcium pantothenate, zinc oxide, chromium chloride,.
Important! If, in addition to important substances that the body lacks, the medicine contains many additional components, for example, gelatin, glycerin, talc, sucrose and others, then before taking it you need to make sure that you do not have allergic reaction none of them.
This drug is prescribed during times of stress, reduced immunity, as a strengthening medicine after illnesses (colds, somatic, cardiovascular) and for the elderly.
"Gerimaks" tones the body, resumes metabolic processes, improves the condition of the nervous system, strengthens blood vessels, helps fight fatigue and even increases sexual desire. All this happens due to the replenishment of the missing amount of important substances in the body. 
Take once a day (preferably in the morning) with meals. Therapy can last up to 40 days; if necessary, it is continued after a few weeks of break.
It contains many additional substances to which there may be an allergic reaction, so people intolerant to additives are not recommended to use it.
The drug is also contraindicated for those who have problems with iron absorption. In addition, contraindications may be:
- increased excitability;
- epilepsy;
- heavy infectious diseases;
- hypertension and hypercalcemia.
Multivitamins with elements and herbal supplements: the preparation contains riboflavin, nicotinamide, rutoside trihydrate, folic acid, choline citrate, manganese sulfate monohydrate, as well as honey, tinctures, invert sugar and similar impurities of natural origin.
Used as a dietary supplement.
The drug strengthens the body, especially after operations and illnesses. Together with other medications, the supplement is prescribed to people with diseases of the cardiovascular system. 
Serves to prevent and treat hypovitaminosis. It can also improve productivity, tone up and reduce the harmful effects of stress and unnecessary stress.
Replenishes missing elements and soothes nervous system thanks to plant infusions.
Take 20 ml up to 4 times - the dose is determined only by the doctor.
Due to the large number of additives, it is not recommended for people with hypersensitivity to the ingredients, as well as patients with liver or kidney disease, impaired iron absorption, epilepsy and alcoholism. Brain injury is also a contraindication. Should not be given to children under 12 years of age. Diabetics can take it only after consulting a doctor.
In addition to group B, this includes microelements and other organic additives.
Prescribed to prevent and treat problems with vitamin or mineral metabolism, which most often occur in autumn and winter. Also, the product can compensate for the deficiency of important substances during gestation and breastfeeding. Helps cope with stress and strain.
The action is aimed at restoration processes, improves metabolism, fats and. Strengthens immunity and resistance to stress.
Dosage - 1 tablet per day. 
Contraindicated only in case of intolerance to the elements of the composition.
Contains, B6, B12. Suitable for preventing or treating diseases such as neuralgia trigeminal nerve, facial nerve, problems in the lumbosacral plexus, intercostal neuropathy, lumbago, back pain.
These elements restore the normal conduction of nerve impulses, improve the functioning of the central nervous system, transport sphingosine to the nerve sheath, improve the synthesis of catecholamines, nucleotides, and myelin. All this leads to a reduction in pain and the restoration of the functioning of nerve endings.
Use 1 to 3 times a day for no more than a month. 
Contraindicated for heart disease, pregnant women and children.
Contains B1, B2, B12 plus additional substances - starch, cellulose, purified talc, gelatin and others.
Prescribed for:
- disorders in the central nervous system, neuralgia and neuropathies;
- lumbago, paresthesia;
- hepatitis, liver diseases;
- gynecological problems;
- insufficient amounts of vitamins in pregnant women and breastfeeding.
Neurovitan is also used for diseases of the cardiovascular system, anemia, dermatitis, osteochondrosis, and when leading an unhealthy lifestyle (smoking, alcoholism).
The main effect of replenishing the missing elements in the human body, which in itself triggers metabolic processes, improves general state, the components are involved in the synthesis of hemoglobin, ensures high-quality blood formation, and has a beneficial effect on the condition of the liver and the nervous system.
The drug begins its action from small intestine, where it is actively absorbed and from where it penetrates into all tissues. After an hour and a half, the remaining drug is excreted in the urine. 
Prescribe from 1 to 4 tablets per day, with the exception of pregnant women: for them the norm is 1 tablet. It can also be used for children - the dose is prescribed by the doctor.
Cannot be used when possible allergies into components. It is prohibited to drink alcohol during treatment.
Complex of thiamine (B1), pyridoxine (B6), cyanocobalamin (B12).
Prescribed to patients with neurological problems:
- polyneuropathy of various origins (including alcoholic and neurological);
- neuromas and neuralgia, sciatica, lumbago;
- problems with nerves in the spine;
- problems with the facial and trigeminal nerves.
The drug replenishes the deficiency of important substances and thereby improves the functioning of all systems. Acts on nerves and nerve endings. 
Take it 1 tablet up to 3 times a day, depending on the condition.
The components of this drug (B1, B2, B5, B6, B9, B12 and) are involved in metabolic processes with lipids, proteins and carbohydrates.
Prescribed to patients:
- with disorders in nervous tissues, polyneuritis, neuralgia, myalgia;
- with neurocirculatory dystonia, sciatica, myasthenia, encephalopathy;
- with damage to the central nervous system;
- for diseases of central origin;
- with asthenia.
Neurobex is also prescribed to people with skin diseases- dermatitis, psoriasis, diathesis, lichen, acne.
Did you know?It is vitamin B powder that actors often use in scenes involving cocaine use.
The drug replenishes the balance of vital substances: this normalizes metabolic processes, nourishes neurons and improves the transmission of nerve impulses. After absorption through the intestines, the elements are distributed throughout internal organs and begin to act from there. The anabolism of acetylcholine and metabolism is also ensured.
Suitable for use by children over 3 years of age. Depending on age, different doses are prescribed: from 1 to 3 tablets per day, and for adults 2 tablets 3 times a day. 
Do not use if you are intolerant to any of the components or have the following diseases:
- thromboembolism;
- erythremia;
- erythrocytosis.
It is sold in the form of a solution and contains thiamine, pyridoxine, and cyanocobalamin. Prescribed:
- for neuritis, neuralgia and polyneuropathies of various origins;
- For general strengthening;
- with radicular syndrome, myalgia;
- for herpes virus infections;
- with paresis of the facial nerve.
"Milgamma" begins to act immediately after absorption into the intestinal tissue. The constituent elements have an analgesic effect, improve blood microcirculation and hematopoiesis, and stabilize the functioning of the central nervous system. 
Take intramuscularly from 2 mg 1 time per day. It is also possible to take it in tablets, up to 3 per day.
The drug is contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women, with heart problems, with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, and in children under 16 years of age.
A complex medicine that contains B1, B6, B9, B12, PP. Doctors prescribe it for vitamin deficiency, neuritis, arthritis, radiculitis and neuralgia.
It has a beneficial effect on the central nervous system, blood circulation, the condition of nerves, liver, neuromuscular impulses, and supports the immune system.
Take 2 to 4 tablets three times a day for a month.
Contraindicated:
- children;
- pregnant women;
- nursing;
- with other medicines with a similar composition;
- with intolerance to at least one of the components.
Neurobion injection solution is a complex of 3 common elements of group B - B1, B6, B12. It is prescribed when tablet drugs cannot affect various diseases of the central nervous system - injections are more effective.
Entering the body through injection, the medicine begins to be immediately absorbed into the blood and distributed to important organs - mainly the elements are stored in the liver. Next it acts on the nervous system, helps metabolism and microelements.
Administered intramuscularly: in difficult cases- 1 ampoule per day, to relieve symptoms - 1-3 ampoules per week.
Contraindicated in case of intolerance to the components, heart problems, cirrhosis, people with neoplasms, anemia, pregnant women and children. 
Sold in the form of injection ampoules, it contains a complex of vitamins B (B1, B6, B12). Used for:
- inflammatory processes in the nervous tissue of muscles;
- shortage important elements;
- various diseases of the central nervous system and peripheral system;
- neuralgia;
- radicular syndrome;
- myalgia;
- facial nerve paralysis, neuritis.
There are also tablets. When ingested, they have an analgesic effect, improve and stabilize the functioning of all systems and metabolic processes, improve blood circulation, and rid tissues of lactic and pyruvic acids. Participate in the synthesis of amines, synthesis reactions and breakdown of acids. Tablets are taken up to 3 times a day, and injections are made intramuscularly, 2 ml once a day.
Contraindications:
- in case of allergic reactions to the contents;
- heart failure, cardiac conduction disturbances;
- psoriasis;
- childhood.
Vitagamma
Contains neurotropic B vitamins. Used for:
- diseases of the spine;
- Bekhterev's disease;
- neuralgia;
- spondylosis;
- spondylitis;
- spinal stroke;
- intervertebral hernia;
- radiculitis;
- osteochondrosis.
All elements are combined with each other and begin to act together - they accelerate and improve the functioning of the nervous system, reduce anemia, and ensure normal metabolism. It contains lidocaine, which immediately reduces pain.
Inject 2 ml into the gluteal muscle once a day for up to a week.
Contraindicated:
- children under 16 years of age;
- people with thromboembolism, thrombosis, erythrocytosis, erythremia, arterial hypotension, heart failure;
- pregnant and lactating women;
- in case of an allergic reaction to the composition.
Did you know? The concept of “vitamin” first appeared in 1912 - its creator Casimir Funk called them “amines of life.”
Binavit
Consists of complex B1, B6, B12 and additional substances. Accepted in different cases for diseases of the nervous system:
- neuritis, polyneuritis;
- neuralgia;
- peripheral paresis;
- myalgia, radicular pain syndrome;
- neuropathy, plexopathy;
- for convulsions and osteochondrosis.
Immediately from the injection site, the active substances are absorbed and distributed throughout the body, 80% of the composition binds to blood plasma proteins.
Administer 1 ampoule deeply intramuscularly once a day for up to 10 days.
Contraindicated in case of heart failure, thrombosis, thromboembolism, children under 18 years of age, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Ampoules are used for fast acting- depending on the medicine, they can be injected into a vein, intramuscularly or subcutaneously. The advantages of this treatment method:
- rapidity;
- effectiveness - the medicine begins to be absorbed immediately;
- Great for relieving pain.
There are enough disadvantages: - unpleasant and sometimes scary;
- expensive compared to tablets;
- outside help is needed in most cases;
- risk of infection;
- local tissue reaction;
- technical difficulties - difficult to get to the right place.
Therefore, tablets have replaced injections - they are safer, although they do not act as quickly. It is better to use ampoules only in severe cases and as prescribed by a doctor.
If we are talking about vitamins, they can also be absorbed from the intestines, so this option is quite suitable for the treatment of certain diseases. Tablets also have their disadvantages:
- may cause adverse reactions in the gastrointestinal tract;
- some find them difficult to swallow;
- You will need to wait longer for the effect, especially pain relief.
Otherwise, only a doctor can tell you what treatment you need.
Making a diagnosis without tests and examination by a specialist is extremely difficult and even life-threatening - especially if you are treating a non-existent disease. Therefore, only a doctor can decide what needs to be taken, in what doses and why. 
Self-medication can lead to many negative consequences:
- hypervitaminosis;
- nausea, diarrhea, vomiting;
- temperature;
- deterioration of the condition up to the impossibility of further simplified treatment.
The most popular B vitamins
Most often, in preparations containing multivitamins B or complexes, the three most important and common elements of the group are used - B1, B6, B12.
IN 1
Another name for it is thiamine. Without it, the metabolism of carbohydrates in the liver, brain and tissues, as well as the exchange of amino acids and the production of fatty acids, is impossible. Simply put, B1 protects our liver, affects blood quality, and the condition of hair and skin depends on it. 
AT 6
Pyridoxine protects the nervous system, breaks down carbohydrates, and restores hematopoiesis. The mood depends on him, he supports female hormones and slows down aging.
AT 12
Cyanocobalamin is involved in the synthesis of leukocytes, improves brain function, and is responsible for the normal state reproductive system, normalizes sleep, improves work respiratory system, reduces pain.
So, in order for the body and its parts, especially the central nervous system, liver, blood, to function normally, it must have enough elements of group B. Some medicines may offer a complex of these substances for replenishment, while others can treat serious illnesses, but before taking any of It is better to consult a specialist.
