Medically reviewed article

Treatment with Vitamin B2, also known as Riboflavin

Riboflavin is used as a preventive treatment for migraines

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Hemi Health

The preparation

Riboflavin is vitamin B2. Natural sources of riboflavin are primarily dairy products and meat.

There are a few smaller studies on the effect of riboflavin on migraines, which show that it reduces the frequency and duration of migraine attacks in some patients.

Mechanism of action

Riboflavin's effect on migraines may be due to its influence on cellular mitochondria, but the exact mechanism of action is not known.

Overall, riboflavin is a vitamin involved in a great many processes in the body.

Side effects

Riboflavin is generally well tolerated. Your urine will turn a bright yellow color.

What is the dosage?

You should take 400 mg once a day.

Riboflavin can be purchased in health food stores or compounded at Glostrup Pharmacy, which requires a prescription from your doctor.

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