Vitamins
Thiamine Mononitrate
Also called Thiamine nitrate
Thiamine mononitrate is another common salt of thiamine used in multivitamins and fortified foods. It is more stable than the hydrochloride form in dry tablets but less soluble in water. Functionally it is equivalent to thiamine HCl for raising B1 status once absorbed.
Best for
General deficiency prevention and energy support
Absorption
High
Tolerability
Excellent
Typical timing
With meals to improve absorption
How to take Thiamine Mononitrate
A typical dose of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 1–1.5 mg per day (RDA); 100–300 mg for therapeutic use. Best timing: With meals to improve absorption. The form you choose mainly affects absorption and how easily it sits with your stomach, not the overall dose.