Sulbutiamine
Uses of Sulbutiamine
Sulbutiamine is commonly used to treat Head Injury and Stroke
How Sulbutiamine Works
Sulbutiamine is a psychostimulant derived from Thiamine (Vitamin B1). It is not fully understood how Sulbutiamine works but it is postulated that Sulbutiamine is able to improve memory and reduce feelings of weakness.
Side Effects of Sulbutiamine
Tremor, Headache, Agitation in the elderly, Allergic skin reactions
Warnings
Kidney Safe If Prescribed
SulbuSulbutiaminee is safe to be used in patients with kidney impairment.
Alcohol Safe
There is no known interaction between alcohol and SulbuSulbutiaminee when used concomitantly.
Pregnancy Limited Data
There are limited data on the use of SulbuSulbutiaminee in pregnant women. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during pregnancy.
Driving Generally Safe
SulbuSulbutiaminee usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Limited Data
SulbuSulbutiaminee is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.
Lactation Limited Data
Excretion of SulbuSulbutiaminee in human breast milk is unknown. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
