View abstract. Koller, T. and Seiler, T. [Therapeutic cross-linking of the cornea using riboflavin/UVA]. A Patient Handout is not currently available for this monograph. Gaul C, Diener HC, Danesch U; Migravent Study Group. Am J Clin Nutr 1982;35:495-501.. View abstract. View abstract. Terms of Use. View abstract. Schindel, L. The placebo dilemma. Riboflavin is vitamin B2. Sammon, A. M. and Alderson, D. Diet, reflux and the development of squamous cell carcinoma of the oesophagus in Africa. J Natl Cancer Inst 1993;85:1483-92. Nutrition and athletic performance. View chapter on ClinicalKey Methods for assessment of Vitamin B2 Roy A. Sherwood, in Laboratory Assessment of Vitamin Status, 2019 Avoid hot and spicy foods until the ulcer heals. Br J Nutr 1979;41(3):431-441. View abstract. Yorns WR, Jr., Hardison HH. View abstract. View abstract. 2008;24(7):S720-S725. Spirichev, V. B., Kodentsova, V. M., Isaeva, V. A., Vrzhesinskaia, O. Singh, A., Moses, F. M., and Deuster, P. A. Vitamin and mineral status in physically active men: effects of a high-potency supplement. View abstract. Also, urinary excretion levels can decrease with age and increase with exposure to stress and certain drugs, and the amount excreted strongly reflects recent intake [1]. View abstract. Roe DA, Kalkwarf H, Stevens J. View abstract. View abstract. Linxian Nutrition Intervention Trials Study Group. View abstract. Another widely used measure of riboflavin status is fluorometric measurement of urinary excretion over 24 hours (expressed as total amount of riboflavin excreted or in relation to the amount of creatinine excreted) [2]. This is a fact sheet intended for health professionals. Drug Facts and Comparisons. Schoenen J, Lenaerts M, Bastings E. High-dose riboflavin as a prophylactic treatment of migraine: results of an open pilot study. 1990;60(1):81-88. All material on this website is protected by copyright, Copyright 1994-2023 by WebMD LLC. [, Bassett JK, Hodge AM, English DR, Baglietto L, Hopper JL, Giles GG, et al. [, Powers HJ, Hill MH, Mushtaq S, Dainty JR, Majsak-Newman G, Williams EA. View abstract. Sperduto RD, Hu TS, Milton RC, et al. Riboflavin deficiency in women taking oral contraceptive agents. Natl.Cancer Inst.Monogr 1985;69:259-262. Updated: View abstract. View abstract. WebWhen taken by mouth: Riboflavin is likely safe for most people in doses of up to 400 mg daily. Ann Nutr Metab. New York: Oxford University Press; 2005:545-68. View abstract. Limits foods and beverages higher in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. Copyright 2023 Elsevier Inc. All Rights Reserved. Liu M, Zhou C, Zhang Z, et al. Includes a variety of protein foods such as lean meats; poultry; eggs; seafood; beans, peas, and lentils; nuts and seeds; and soy products. Riboflavin offers a targeted strategy for managing hypertension in patients with the MTHFR 677TT genotype: a 4-y follow-up. We encourage you to talk to your health care providers (doctor, registered dietitian, pharmacist, etc.) View abstract. Efficacy of coenzyme Q10 in migraine prophylaxis: A randomized controlled trial. View abstract. Oral tablet: The initial dosage is 250 mg (one-half of the 500-mg tablet) taken by mouth once per day following your evening meal. The identification and kinetics of 7 alpha-hydroxyriboflavin (7-hydroxymethylriboflavin) in blood plasma from humans following oral administration of riboflavin supplements. Am J Clin Nutr 2011;93:1274-84. Information from this source is evidence-based and objective, and without commercial influence. Are you in severe pain? Tyrer LB. The body absorbs little riboflavin from single doses beyond 27 mg and stores only small amounts of riboflavin in the liver, heart, and kidneys. Said HM, Ross AC. Bates, C. J., Flewitt, A., Prentice, A. M., Lamb, W. H., and Whitehead, R. G. Efficacy of a riboflavin supplement given at fortnightly intervals to pregnant and lactating women in rural Gambia. Skalka HW, Prchal JT. A stable and sensitive measure of riboflavin deficiency is the erythrocyte glutathione reductase activity coefficient (EGRAC), which is based on the ratio between this enzyme's in vitro activity in the presence of FAD to that without added FAD [1,6,7]. View abstract. 1995;37(5):452-461. Paediatr.Perinat.Epidemiol 1995;9(3):307-319. Mitochondrial dysfunction in migraine. Wollensak, G. Crosslinking treatment of progressive keratoconus: new hope. Dietary folate, methionine, riboflavin, and vitamin B-6 and risk of sporadic colorectal cancer. View abstract. Is it a single lesion or multiple? Hill MJ. Increased need for riboflavin should be determined by your health care professional. Diet and premalignant lesions of the cervix: evidence of a protective role for folate, riboflavin, thiamin, and vitamin B12. Neurology 2000;55(9 Suppl 2):S46-S52. For a reader-friendly overview of Riboflavin, see our consumer fact sheet on Riboflavin. All rights reserved. Information is for End User's use only and may not be sold, redistributed or otherwise used for commercial purposes. 2008;225(2):131-137. View abstract. View abstract. For infants from birth to 12 months, the FNB established an AI for riboflavin that is equivalent to the mean intake of riboflavin in healthy, breastfed infants. Zhonghua Zhong.Liu Za Zhi 1989;11(3):207-210. [, Majchrzak D, Singer I, Manner M, Rust P, Genser D, Wagner KH, et al. Riboflavin transporter deficiency (formerly known as Brown-Vialetto-Van Laere or Fazio-Londe syndrome) is a rare neurological disorder. Aust Fam.Physician 2005;34(8):647-651. Neurology 1998;50:466-70. J Clin Invest 1981;67:1500-6. It may not cover all possible information. McNulty, H., Dowey le, R. C., Strain, J. J., Dunne, A., Ward, M., Molloy, A. M., McAnena, L. B., Hughes, J. P., Hannon-Fletcher, M., and Scott, J. M. Riboflavin lowers homocysteine in individuals homozygous for the MTHFR 677C->T polymorphism. Cumming RG, Mitchell P, Smith W. Diet and cataract: the Blue Mountains Eye Study. If you have any questions, ask your pharmacist. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Program Coordination, Planning, and Strategic Initiatives, Strengthening Knowledge and Understanding of Dietary Supplements, My Dietary Supplement and Medicine Record, Analytical Methods and Reference Materials (AMRM), NIH Consortium for Advancing Research on Botanical and Other Natural Products (CARBON) Program, Computer Access to Research on Dietary Supplements (CARDS) Database, Dietary Supplement Ingredient Database (DSID), ODS Funding of Grants & Administrative Supplements: FAQ, Administrative Supplements for Validation Studies of Analytical Methods, Staff Bios, Publications, and Presentations, Federal Working Group on Dietary Supplements, NIH Dietary Supplement Research Coordinating Committee. Br J Nutr. Pediatr Neurol. [, Wacker J, Fruhauf J, Schulz M, Chiwora FM, Volz J, Becker K. Riboflavin deficiency and preeclampsia. They need to know if you have any of the following conditions: Take this medication by mouth with a glass of water. Riboflavin (also known as vitamin B2) is one of the B vitamins, which are all water soluble. Hernandez BY, McDuffie K, Wilkens LR, et al. B vitamin intakes and incidence of colorectal cancer: results from the Women's Health Initiative Observational Study cohort. Rev.Neurol. A critical review of the state of the art. https://www.nal.usda.gov/sites/default/files/fnic_uploads//recommended_intakes_individuals.pdf Accessed July 24, 2017. Clin Res 1983;31;467A. View abstract. This vitamin is an essential component of two major coenzymes, flavin mononucleotide (FMN; also known as riboflavin-5'-phosphate) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD). Goodman and Gillman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed. Ophthalmology 2000;10:450-6. Fairweather-Tait SJ, Powers HJ, Minski MJ, et al. Mayo Clinic on Incontinence - Mayo Clinic Press, NEW The Essential Diabetes Book - Mayo Clinic Press, NEW Ending the Opioid Crisis - Mayo Clinic Press, FREE Mayo Clinic Diet Assessment - Mayo Clinic Press, Mayo Clinic Health Letter - FREE book - Mayo Clinic Press. 1969;58(3):355-7. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk. Asia Pac.J Clin Nutr 2003;12(3):234-242. You can continue Sazawal S, Black RE, Menon VP, et al. Powers, H. J. Riboflavin (vitamin B-2) and health. [, Waldmann A, Koschizke JW, Leitzmann C, Hahn A. Dietary intakes and lifestyle factors of a vegan population in Germany: results from the German Vegan Study. Siassi, F. and Ghadirian, P. Riboflavin deficiency and esophageal cancer: a case control-household study in the Caspian Littoral of Iran. View abstract. View abstract. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) FoodData Central [12] lists the nutrient content of many foods and provides a comprehensive list of foods containing riboflavin arranged by nutrient content and food name. The usual dose is 20 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) of body weight, taken three times a day for 5 days. View abstract. Vitamin B1, B2, and B6 augmentation of tricyclic antidepressant treatment in geriatric depression with cognitive dysfunction. Pediatric Infants, birth to 6 months: 0.3 mg (adequate intake) Infants, 7 to 12 months: 0.4 mg (adequate intake) Children, 1 to 3 years: 0.5 mg (RDA) Children, 4 to 8 years: 0.6 mg (RDA) Children, 9 to 13 years: 0.9 mg (RDA) Boys, 14 to 18 years: 1.3 mg (RDA) View abstract. View abstract. Observational studies on the relationship between riboflavin intakes and colorectal cancer risk have not yielded conclusive results either. Protect from heat and moisture. View abstract. Int J Vitam.Nutr Res. Jusko WJ, Levy G, Yaffe SJ, Gorodischer R. Effect of probenecid on renal clearance of riboflavin in man.J Pharm Sci 1970;59:473-7. View abstract. Hypertension. Future studies, including clinical trials, are needed to clarify the relationship between riboflavin intakes and various types of cancer and determine whether riboflavin supplements might reduce cancer risk. View abstract. Gregory JF, 3rd. Total riboflavin excretion in healthy, riboflavin-replete adults is at least 120 mcg/day; a rate of less than 40 mcg/day indicates deficiency [1,6]. J Cataract Refract.Surg. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. Zhongguo Yi Xue Ke.Xue Yuan Xue Bao 1998;20(6):413-418. Cephalalgia 1994;14:328-9. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Bacteria in the large intestine produce free riboflavin that can be absorbed by the large intestine in amounts that depend on the diet. View abstract. An analysis of self-reported data from the 19992004 NHANES found that intakes of riboflavin were higher in lacto-ovo vegetarians (2.3 mg/day) than nonvegetarians (2.1 mg/day) [16]. Seasonal variations in vitamins A, C, riboflavin and folate intakes and status of pregnant and lactating women in a rural Gambian community: some possible implications. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 2008;17(8):2136-2145. View abstract. [, Allen LH. Am J Clin Nutr. Neurology 1998;50:466-70. Intake recommendations for riboflavin and other nutrients are provided in the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) developed by the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) at the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies [3]. Drug Nutr Interact. WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Premkumar, V. G., Yuvaraj, S., Shanthi, P., and Sachdanandam, P. Co-enzyme Q10, riboflavin and niacin supplementation on alteration of DNA repair enzyme and DNA methylation in breast cancer patients undergoing tamoxifen therapy. Contraception 1991;44:277-88. View abstract. Apeland, T., Mansoor, M. A., Pentieva, K., McNulty, H., Seljeflot, I., and Strandjord, R. E. The effect of B-vitamins on hyperhomocysteinemia in patients on antiepileptic drugs. [, Badart-Smook A, van Houwelingen AC, Al MD, Kester AD, Hornstra G. Fetal growth is associated positively with maternal intake of riboflavin and negatively with maternal intake of linoleic acid. [, Suprapto B, Widardo, Suhanantyo. Brief communication. All rights reserved. Br J Cancer 2008;99:816-21. The Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Headache Society concluded that riboflavin is probably effective for preventing migraine headaches and recommended offering it for this purpose [45]. Suboticanec, K., Stavljenic, A., Schalch, W., and Buzina, R. Effects of pyridoxine and riboflavin supplementation on physical fitness in young adolescents. [, Bruijn J, Duivenvoorden H, Passchier J, Locher H, Dijkstra N, Arts WF. The Linxian cataract studies. [. Lin, P., Zhang, J., Rong, Z., Han, R., Xu, S., Gao, R., Ding, Z., Wang, J., Feng, H., and Cao, S. Studies on medicamentous inhibitory therapy for esophageal precancerous lesions--3- and 5-year inhibitory effects of antitumor-B, retinamide and riboflavin. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. 2006;17(4):356-360. Most riboflavin is absorbed in the proximal small intestine [4]. Some items may interact with your medicine. Taking high-dose riboflavin by mouth seems to modestly reduce the number and severity of migraine headaches in adults. View abstract. 1984;29(6):47-50. 9th ed. Available at: https://books.nap.edu/books/0309065542/html/. View abstract. Ciliberto, H., Ciliberto, M., Briend, A., Ashorn, P., Bier, D., and Manary, M. Antioxidant supplementation for the prevention of kwashiorkor in Malawian children: randomised, double blind, placebo controlled trial. View abstract. Taylor, P. R., Li, B., Dawsey, S. M., Li, J. Y., Yang, C. S., Guo, W., and Blot, W. J. View abstract. View abstract. View abstract. Trygg, K., Lund-Larsen, K., Sandstad, B., Hoffman, H. J., Jacobsen, G., and Bakketeig, L. S. Do pregnant smokers eat differently from pregnant non-smokers? In: Coates PM, Betz JM, Blackman MR, et al., eds. Srihari, G., Eilander, A., Muthayya, S., Kurpad, A. V., and Seshadri, S. Nutritional status of affluent Indian school children: what and how much do we know? View abstract. J Headache and Pain. Desai, I. D., Doell, A. M., Officiati, S. A., Bianco, A. M., Van, Severen Y., Desai, M. I., Jansen, E., and de Oliveira, J. E. Nutritional needs assessment of rural agricultural migrants of southern Brazil: designing, implementing and evaluating a nutrition education program. Chen, R. D. [Chemoprevention of cervical cancer--intervention study of cervical precancerous lesions by retinamide II and riboflavin]. Naghashpour M, Majdinasab N, Shakerinejad G, et al. 2020;76(6):1709-1716.View abstract. Neurology 2009;72:1588-94. Br.J.Cancer 9-2-2008;99(5):816-821. Gibson RS. The average daily riboflavin intake from foods and supplements in children and teens is 2.1 mg for ages 25 years, 2.2 mg for ages 611, and 2.3 mg for ages 1219. J Natl.Cancer Inst. 2009;35(8):1358-1362. [, Sakurai T, Furukawa M, Asoh M, Kanno T, Kojima T, Yonekubo A. Fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamin contents of breast milk from Japanese women. Hum.Nutr.Clin.Nutr. In developing countries, in contrast, riboflavin levels in breast milk range from 160 to 220 mcg/L [27]. View abstract. Wynn, M. and Wynn, A. Foods that are particularly rich in riboflavin include eggs, organ meats (kidneys and liver), lean meats, and milk [2,4]. Zaridze, D. G., Kuvshinov, J. P., Matiakin, E., Polakov, B. I., Boyle, P., and Blettner, M. Chemoprevention of oral and esophageal cancer in Uzbekistan, Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. Clin Pharmacokinet 1967;1:189-203. Riboflavin. The most appropriate EGRAC thresholds for indicating normal or abnormal riboflavin status are uncertain [6]. Lewis CM, King JC. Some foods that have vitamin B2 are milk, meat, eggs, nuts, enriched flour, and green vegetables. Kunsman GW, Levine B, Smith ML. It is widely found in both plant- and animal-based foods, including milk, meat, eggs, nuts, enriched flour, and green vegetables. Roe DA, Bogusz S, Sheu J, et al. [, de Vogel S, Dindore V, van Engeland M, Goldbohm RA, van den Brandt PA, Weijenberg MP. DV replaces the previous designation of United States Recommended Daily Allowances (USRDAs). Grains and cereals are fortified with riboflavin in the United States and many other countries [4]. View abstract. View abstract. 2007;30(2):367-370. A. Follow a good diet. Semin Pediatr Neurol 2013;20:188-93. J Nutr Sci Vitaminol 2005;51:239-47. Am J Ophthalmol. View abstract. Food Nutr Res 2012;56. All possible dosages and drug forms may not be included here. Poor thiamin and riboflavin status is common among women of childbearing age in rural and urban cambodia. Ophthalmologe 2003;100(1):44-49. View abstract. Wollensak, G., Sporl, E., and Seiler, T. [Treatment of keratoconus by collagen cross linking]. Int J Food Sci Nutr 2002;53:197-208. Clinical presentation and outcome of riboflavin transporter deficiency: mini review after five years of experience. Biol Pharm Bull. View abstract. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev 1994;3:161-6. J Dairy Sci 1986;69:2779-84. Because riboflavin is soluble in water, about twice as much riboflavin content is lost in cooking water when foods are boiled as when they are prepared in other ways, such as by steaming or microwaving [11]. A prospective study followed 41,514 current, former, and never smokers in the Melbourne Collaborative Cohort Study for 15 years, on average [47]. Trans.R.Soc.Trop.Med.Hyg. Riboflavin deficiency, galactose metabolism and cataract. View abstract. In: Erdman JW, Macdonald IA, Zeisel SH, eds. 2012;95(3):766-72. Effects of vitamin/mineral supplementation on the prevalence of histological dysplasia and early cancer of the esophagus and stomach: results from the General Population Trial in Linxian, China. Eur.J Clin Pharmacol 5-31-1978;13(3):231-235. This website also contains material copyrighted by 3rd parties. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. Yoon, H. R., Hahn, S. H., Ahn, Y. M., Jang, S. H., Shin, Y. J., Lee, E. H., Ryu, K. H., Eun, B. L., Rinaldo, P., and Yamaguchi, S. Therapeutic trial in the first three Asian cases of ethylmalonic encephalopathy: response to riboflavin. Brosnan, J. T. Homocysteine and cardiovascular disease: interactions between nutrition, genetics and lifestyle. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Eur.J Clin Nutr 1994;48(9):660-668. Orasore Mouth Ulcer Tablet 4.9gm 4.9 gm Tablet in 1 Strip 60. Int J Gynaecol.Obstet. Plasma changes in micronutrients following a multivitamin and mineral supplement in healthy adults. Food processing may destroy some of the vitamins, although little riboflavin is lost from foods during ordinary cooking. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. The riboflavin in most foods is in the form of FAD, although the main form in eggs and milk is free riboflavin [9]. Natl AIDS Treatment Advocacy Project. Evidence-based guideline update: NSAIDs and other complementary treatments for episodic migraine prevention in adults: Report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology and the American Headache Society. Hum.Nutr Clin Nutr 1987;41(1):59-69. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the American College of Sports Medicine state that vegetarian athletes are at risk of riboflavin deficiency because of their increased need for this nutrient and because some vegetarians exclude all animal products (including milk, yogurt, cheese, and eggs), which tend to be good sources of riboflavin, from their diets [19]. Premkumar, V. G., Yuvaraj, S., Vijayasarathy, K., Gangadaran, S. G., and Sachdanandam, P. Effect of coenzyme Q10, riboflavin and niacin on serum CEA and CA 15-3 levels in breast cancer patients undergoing tamoxifen therapy. Present Knowledge in Nutrition. Ajayi, O. [, Schoenen J, Jacquy J, Lenaerts M. Effectiveness of high-dose riboflavin in migraine prophylaxis. Use salt water or baking soda rinse (dissolve 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1/2 cup warm water). Because adverse effects from high riboflavin intakes from foods or supplements (400 mg/day for at least 3 months) have not been reported, the FNB did not establish ULs for riboflavin [3]. Lin, P. [Medicamentous inhibitory therapy of precancerous lesions of the esophagus--3 and 5 year inhibitory effect of antitumor B, retinamide and riboflavin]. NOTE: This sheet is a summary. Please confirm that you would like to log out of Medscape. To avoid this interaction, take riboflavin 2 hours before or 4 hours after taking tetracyclines. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. View abstract. Circulation 1-3-2006;113(1):74-80. Cancer 6-1-1997;79(11):2186-2192. Follow the directions on the package or prescription label. Riboflavin is available in many dietary supplements. Do not take your medication more often than directed. Take with meals. Nimmo WS. Pinto J, Huang YP, Rivlin RS. [, Sanchez DJ, Murphy MM, Bosch-Sabater J, Fernandez-Ballart J. Enzymic evaluation of thiamin, riboflavin and pyridoxine status of parturient mothers and their newborn infants in a Mediterranean area of Spain. J Am Coll Nutr 2003;22(2):124-132. J Reprod Med 1984;29:547-50.. View abstract. 1987;81(2):286-291. Raiczyk GB, Dutta P, Pinto J. Chlorpromazine and quinacrine inhibit flavin adenine dinucleotide biosynthesis in skeletal muscle. Eur J Clin Nutr 1999;53:27-38. Children 12 years of age and above2000 milligrams (mg) every 12 hours for You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Zempleni, J., Galloway, J. R., and McCormick, D. B. J Hum.Hypertens. Any use of this site constitutes your agreement to the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy linked below. [, Zschabitz S, Cheng TY, Neuhouser ML, Zheng Y, Ray RM, Miller JW, et al. [, Agte V, Tarwadi K, Mengale S, Hinge A, Chiplonkar S. Vitamin profile of cooked foods: how healthy is the practice of ready-to-eat foods? Moreover, the prospective Canadian National Breast Screening Study showed no association between dietary intakes or serum levels of riboflavin and lung cancer risk in 89,835 women aged 40-59 from the general population over 16.3 years, on average [49]. Riboflavin deficiency caused by treatment with adriamycin. This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. View abstract. Unlicensed Park, Y. H., de Groot, L. C., and van Staveren, W. A. Dietary intake and anthropometry of Korean elderly people: a literature review. Ma, A. G., Schouten, E. G., Zhang, F. Z., Kok, F. J., Yang, F., Jiang, D. C., Sun, Y. Y., and Han, X. X. Retinol and riboflavin supplementation decreases the prevalence of anemia in Chinese pregnant women taking iron and folic Acid supplements. Munoz, N., Wahrendorf, J., Bang, L. J., Crespi, M., Thurnham, D. I., Day, N. E., Ji, Z. H., Grassi, A., Yan, L. W., Lin, L. G., and . Migraine headaches typically produce intense pulsing or throbbing pain in one area of the head [38]. View abstract. Zaridze, D., Evstifeeva, T., and Boyle, P. Chemoprevention of oral leukoplakia and chronic esophagitis in an area of high incidence of oral and esophageal cancer. Young DS. Br J Surg. Studies of biomarker responses to intervention with riboflavin: a systematic review. Wahrendorf, J., Munoz, N., Lu, J. Dietary intake of selected B vitamins in relation to risk of major cancers in women. Hum.Nutr Clin Nutr 1983;37(6):427-432. In people who eat meat and dairy products, these foods contribute a substantial proportion of riboflavin in the diet. Eur.Neurol. View abstract. Bates, C. J., Prentice, A. M., and Paul, A. McCormick DB. Proc.Chin Acad Med Sci Peking.Union Med Coll 1990;5(3):121-129. View abstract. Gariballa, S. and Ullegaddi, R. Riboflavin status in acute ischaemic stroke. Supplementation is indicated for adults with riboflavin deficiency syndromes, 13-18 years: 1.3 mg/day (Male); 1 mg/day (Female), 3-12 years: 3-10 mg/day PO in divided doses, 12 years: 6-30 mg/day PO in divided doses, Discuss use of drug and side effects with patients as it relates to treatment, Water-soluble vitamins cross placenta; requirements may be lower in non-pregnancy women than in pregnancy, Riboflavin is found in breast milk; concentrations may be influenced by supplements of maternal deficiency; requirements may be lower in non-nursing women than in nursing women. Ogura R, Ueta H, Hino Y, et al. View abstract. van der Beek, E. J., van, Dokkum W., Wedel, M., Schrijver, J., and Van den Berg, H. Thiamin, riboflavin and vitamin B6: impact of restricted intake on physical performance in man. Cancer Causes Control 2003;14:859-70. View abstract. WebTake this medication by mouth with a glass of water. Taking riboflavin by, High levels of homocysteine in the blood (hyperhomocysteinemia). Lakshmi, A. V. Riboflavin metabolism--relevance to human nutrition. Sandor PS, Di Clemente L, Coppola G, et al. View abstract. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine, National Academics. Learn how much you need, good sources, deficiency symptoms, and health effects here. Migraine. Long-term nutrient intake and 5-year change in nuclear lens opacities. B-vitamin status and concentrations of homocysteine in Austrian omnivores, vegetarians and vegans. J Am Diet Assoc 1998;98:699-706. In a retrospective study in 41 children (mean age 13 years) in Italy, 200 or 400 mg/day riboflavin for 3 to 6 months significantly reduced the frequency (from 21.7 13.7 to 13.2 11.8 migraine attacks over a 3-month period) and intensity of migraine headaches during treatment [42]. As a result, these patients cannot properly absorb and transport riboflavin, so they develop riboflavin deficiency. 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