Riboson is indicated for Riboflavin deficiency, Microcytic anaemia

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy (doses >RDA)

Side-effects

Bright yellow disclouration of urine.

Drug Interactions

Rate and extent of absorption may be affected by propantheline bromide.

Mode of actions

Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is required for energy utilisation from food. It is essential for normal tissue respiration. It is also necessary for the activation of pyridoxine and conversion of tryptophan to nicotinic acid.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: PO Prophylaxis of riboflavin deficiency 5-10 mg/day. Riboflavin deficiency 30 mg/day in divided doses.
Child: 3-10 mg daily.

Microcytic anaemia associated w/ splenomegaly and glutathione reductase deficiency 10 mg/day for 10 days.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters).