Benfotiamine Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Benfotiamine 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 is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 by BulkSupplements.com
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). Benfotiamine is designed to be absorbed more readily by your body than standard thiamine, which is why it's used in supplements targeting nerve health and blood sugar concerns.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
The evidence for benfotiamine is mixed and often limited. It's rated possibly effective for diabetic nerve pain (diabetic neuropathy), meaning there's some supportive research but it's not definitive.
For diabetic kidney damage (diabetic nephropathy), the evidence suggests it's probably not effective. For Alzheimer disease, alcohol use disorder, and general nerve pain unrelated to diabetes (peripheral neuropathy), we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works or not.
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 established. In one 6-week trial of 98 people taking 300–600 mg daily, a small number reported allergic skin reactions (two people) and mild stomach discomfort (six people) — rates no different from placebo.
Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding hasn't been well studied, so the data advises caution; talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant or nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we checked. Still, bring your current medications to your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement, just to confirm.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're looking at benfotiamine for diabetic nerve pain, there's some evidence it may help, though it's not a sure thing. For other uses listed here, the evidence is either against it or not yet established.
Because long-term safety data is limited and pregnancy safety is unknown, it's worth discussing with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — especially if you're on any medications or planning pregnancy.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 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, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 849720026026 |
| Net contents | 250 Gram(s); 8.8 Ounce(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 23, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 310992 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Benfotiamine by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Benfotiamine | 150 mg | -- |
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Brand IP Statement(s)
BulkSupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements
Formulation
Free of: Sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, additives
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 150 mg once of twice daily with at least 8 oz of water, or as directed by a physician.
General Statements
Use an accurate milligram scale.
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Storage
Contents are sold by weight, not volume. Settling may occur. Store in a dry, cool place
FDA Disclaimer Statement
Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.
Keep out of reach of children.
Formula
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
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Benfotiamine by BulkSupplements.com label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Benfotiamine by BulkSupplements.com
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size150 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container1667 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 & interactionsBenfotiamine by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Benfotiamine. 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, from the product label.
BulkSupplements.com
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- BulkSupplements.com
- Street Address
- 7511 Eastgate Rd
- City
- Henderson
- State
- NV
- ZipCode
- 89011
- Web Address
- bulksupplements.com
Benfotiamine by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions
Does Benfotiamine by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
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Does benfotiamine actually work for nerve pain?
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What exactly is benfotiamine and how is it different from regular B1?
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Benfotiamine’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Benfotiamine'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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