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Vitamin B Complex

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Sourced from primary literature. Awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer — our editorial process.

Drug Class

Supplement

Routes

POSCIMIV

Indications

anorexiaAppetite stimulantCKDDietary supplementationNutritional supportNutritional support in hospitalized patientsthiamine deficiency

Mechanism of Action

Cofactors in numerous metabolic pathways. Thiamine (B1) essential for neurological function, B12 for erythropoiesis and methylation. Supports appetite and energy metabolism.

Side effects & warnings

Generally very safe. IV injection may cause transient hypotension or anaphylactoid reaction (rare). Thiamine (B1) deficiency in reptiles and fish fed frozen/thawed prey containing thiaminase.

Species with Vitamin B Complex dosing data (30 dose rules)

African Grey ParrotBall PythonBearded DragonCat (Domestic)Dog (Domestic)Guinea PigRabbit (Domestic)

Evidence levels across 30 dose rules

Moderate×16Anecdotal×4Extrapolated×10

Each ExoticRx dose rule is graded by the strength of its primary evidence — see the editorial process.

Backed by 2 published primary sources

  • · Carpenter's Exotic Animal Formulary, 6th Ed
  • · Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Sample dosing (2 of 30 cited rules)

Free-tier preview — dog and cat dosing. Pro and Student unlock all 7 species including reptiles, birds, pocket pets, livestock, and equine.

SpeciesRouteDoseFrequencyEvidenceSource
Dog (Domestic)IM0 ml/kgq24hModeratePlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Dog (Domestic)IM0 ml/kgq24hModeratePlumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

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