Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Swanson
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency is a dietary supplement by Swanson with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for diabetic nerve pain (neuropathy), supporting healthy nerve function, thiamine deficiency.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency by Swanson
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: benfotiamine, a fat-soluble form of thiamine (vitamin B1) at 160 mg per capsule. Benfotiamine is designed to be absorbed more readily by your body than standard thiamine.
The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — rice flour, gelatin, magnesium stearate, and silica — which serve as fillers and binders.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for benfotiamine is mixed and often limited. It's rated possibly effective for diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage from diabetes), meaning some evidence supports its use, but more research would strengthen that claim.
For diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage from diabetes), it's rated possibly ineffective. For Alzheimer disease, alcohol use disorder, and other types of peripheral nerve damage, we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or doesn't.
If you're considering this for a specific condition, ask your pharmacist or doctor whether the evidence fits your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Benfotiamine is generally well tolerated in the studies we have, though long-term safety hasn't been fully worked out. In one clinical trial of 98 people taking 300–600 mg daily for 6 weeks, a small number reported allergic skin reactions (two people) and mild stomach discomfort (six people); these rates didn't differ from placebo.
Not enough safety information exists for pregnancy, so the data advises against use during pregnancy unless your doctor specifically recommends it. Safety while breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, so caution is advised — talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you're nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for benfotiamine. That said, check your medications on this page to be thorough, and mention this supplement to your pharmacist when you fill prescriptions.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Benfotiamine may be worth considering if you have diabetic nerve pain and your doctor supports it, since some evidence points to benefit there. If you're pregnant, the safety data suggests avoiding it unless your doctor advises otherwise.
Talk with your pharmacist before starting, especially if you're breastfeeding or have any conditions affecting how your body absorbs nutrients.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 23, 2024.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency, straight from the product label.
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency by Swanson, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Benfotiamine | 160 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
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These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formulation
Supports healthy glucose metabolism Maintains healthy kidney function Supports healthy blood sugar levles
Blood sugar support
General Statements
Science-Backed Quality Since 1969
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day with water.
Precautions
Warning: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.
Consult your physician before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition.
Do not use if seal is broken.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Formula
Benfotiamine 160 mg per capsule
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Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency by Swanson label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency by Swanson
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Benfotiamine
No knowninteractions
Benfotiamine is a man-made, fat-soluble form of vitamin B1 (thiamine) that the body may absorb more easily than regular thiamine. It is mostly studied...
Benfotiamine monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency by Swanson Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency, from the product label.
Swanson
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- Swanson Health Products
- City
- Fargo
- State
- ND
- ZipCode
- 58104
- Phone Number
- 1-800-437-4148
- Web Address
- swanson.com
Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency by Swanson: Common Questions
Does Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency by Swanson interact with any medications?
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Where does this information come from?
Does benfotiamine actually work for diabetic nerve pain?
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Is it safe to breastfeed while taking benfotiamine?
What is benfotiamine, and how is it different from regular thiamine?
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The Full Monographs Behind Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Benfotiamine 160 mg High Potency's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 1 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Benfotiamine 1 reference
- Stracke H, Gaus W, Achenbach U, Federlin K, Bretzel RG. Benfotiamine in diabetic polyneuropathy (BENDIP): results of a randomised, double blind, placebo-controlled clinical study. Exp Clin Endocrinol Diabetes 2008;116(10):600-5. PubMed
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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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