Riboflavin Vitamin B2

Chemical Formula	C17H20N4O6
Molecular Weight	376.369 g/mol
Names and Identifiers	PubChem Link
Traditional Name	Riboflavin Vitamin B2
CAS Registry Number	83-88-5

 

Riboflavin, also known as vitamin B2, is a vitamin found in food and used as a dietary supplement. Food sources include eggs, green vegetables, milk and other dairy product, meat, mushrooms, and almonds. Some countries require its addition to grains. As a supplement it is used to prevent and treat riboflavin deficiency and prevent migraines. It may be given by mouth or injection.

It is nearly always well tolerated. Normal doses are safe during pregnancy. Riboflavin is in the vitamin B group. It is required by the body for cellular respiration.

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