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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 14 Researches
8.3
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 10 Reviews
8.1
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Vegetable Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
100 mg
7,692%
Top Medical Research Studies
9.5
Riboflavin effective for pediatric migraines
We conducted a retrospective observational study involving 42 children and adolescents aged 6 to 18 years suffering from migraines. Our aim was to see how effective riboflavin, a safe and affordable nutraceutical, could be in reducing headache symptoms.
After administering weight-based doses of riboflavin, we observed substantial decreases in the frequency, intensity, and duration of headaches, along with reduced medication usage and fewer missed school days. These findings suggest that riboflavin can be a beneficial option for pediatric migraine management.
After administering weight-based doses of riboflavin, we observed substantial decreases in the frequency, intensity, and duration of headaches, along with reduced medication usage and fewer missed school days. These findings suggest that riboflavin can be a beneficial option for pediatric migraine management.
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9
We investigated how Vitamin B2 supplementation could affect migraines. In a thorough review of available studies, we found that taking 400 mg of Vitamin B2 daily for three months significantly reduced the number of migraine days, duration, frequency, and pain intensity.
We analyzed data from eight randomized trials involving 673 participants. The findings suggest that Vitamin B2 can be a helpful non-pharmaceutical option for people seeking to lessen the burden of migraines.
We analyzed data from eight randomized trials involving 673 participants. The findings suggest that Vitamin B2 can be a helpful non-pharmaceutical option for people seeking to lessen the burden of migraines.
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9.5
Peripheral cannabinoids show promise
We explored how peripheral cannabinoids could help reduce the suffering from migraines and related headaches. In mouse models, we found that these cannabinoids significantly prevented behaviors and biochemical changes linked to increased pain sensitivity from long-term treatment with a common migraine trigger.
Interestingly, while these compounds worked best when given beforehand, they showed no signs of causing additional pain sensitivity themselves. This suggests a promising new direction for migraine treatment that doesn't come with the central nervous system side effects of traditional cannabinoids.
Interestingly, while these compounds worked best when given beforehand, they showed no signs of causing additional pain sensitivity themselves. This suggests a promising new direction for migraine treatment that doesn't come with the central nervous system side effects of traditional cannabinoids.
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Most Useful Reviews
7.5
Glad to purchase
8 people found this helpful
This is a good product that I'm taking with magnesium and butterbur for my headaches. I'm pleased with my purchase and would buy it again.
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9
Sinus headache relief
3 people found this helpful
I take one capsule three times daily with food for sinus headaches. It really helps!
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9
Helpful for headaches
2 people found this helpful
My doctor recommended this, and I found it very helpful for my headache, just as he said.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 14 Researches
8.3
- All Researches
9.5
Peripheral cannabinoids show promise
We explored how peripheral cannabinoids could help reduce the suffering from migraines and related headaches. In mouse models, we found that these cannabinoids significantly prevented behaviors and biochemical changes linked to increased pain sensitivity from long-term treatment with a common migraine trigger.
Interestingly, while these compounds worked best when given beforehand, they showed no signs of causing additional pain sensitivity themselves. This suggests a promising new direction for migraine treatment that doesn't come with the central nervous system side effects of traditional cannabinoids.
Interestingly, while these compounds worked best when given beforehand, they showed no signs of causing additional pain sensitivity themselves. This suggests a promising new direction for migraine treatment that doesn't come with the central nervous system side effects of traditional cannabinoids.
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9.5
Riboflavin effective for pediatric migraines
We conducted a retrospective observational study involving 42 children and adolescents aged 6 to 18 years suffering from migraines. Our aim was to see how effective riboflavin, a safe and affordable nutraceutical, could be in reducing headache symptoms.
After administering weight-based doses of riboflavin, we observed substantial decreases in the frequency, intensity, and duration of headaches, along with reduced medication usage and fewer missed school days. These findings suggest that riboflavin can be a beneficial option for pediatric migraine management.
After administering weight-based doses of riboflavin, we observed substantial decreases in the frequency, intensity, and duration of headaches, along with reduced medication usage and fewer missed school days. These findings suggest that riboflavin can be a beneficial option for pediatric migraine management.
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9
We investigated the effects of galcanezumab, a CGRP monoclonal antibody, on migraine headaches in a group of patients. After three months of treatment, we found that those who benefited from the therapy showed a decrease in migraine days and changes in brain connectivity.
Specifically, the treatment responders exhibited reduced connectivity among various brain regions, indicating a shift toward a calmer state of cortical function. However, the non-responders did not show similar changes, suggesting that this medication may not work for everyone.
Specifically, the treatment responders exhibited reduced connectivity among various brain regions, indicating a shift toward a calmer state of cortical function. However, the non-responders did not show similar changes, suggesting that this medication may not work for everyone.
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9
We reviewed the impact of nutraceuticals on headache management, focusing particularly on riboflavin (B2). This vitamin shows promise for preventing migraines in adults, although its effectiveness in children remains unverified.
Adverse reactions to riboflavin are generally minimal, making it a safe option. While other substances like Coenzyme Q10 and magnesium also exhibit some efficacy with low side effects, caution is advised for feverfew due to uncertain safety.
Thus, while we identified potential benefits, it's essential to approach these treatments with care and consultation.
Adverse reactions to riboflavin are generally minimal, making it a safe option. While other substances like Coenzyme Q10 and magnesium also exhibit some efficacy with low side effects, caution is advised for feverfew due to uncertain safety.
Thus, while we identified potential benefits, it's essential to approach these treatments with care and consultation.
Read More
9
We investigated how Vitamin B2 supplementation could affect migraines. In a thorough review of available studies, we found that taking 400 mg of Vitamin B2 daily for three months significantly reduced the number of migraine days, duration, frequency, and pain intensity.
We analyzed data from eight randomized trials involving 673 participants. The findings suggest that Vitamin B2 can be a helpful non-pharmaceutical option for people seeking to lessen the burden of migraines.
We analyzed data from eight randomized trials involving 673 participants. The findings suggest that Vitamin B2 can be a helpful non-pharmaceutical option for people seeking to lessen the burden of migraines.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 10 Reviews
8.1
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
7.5
Glad to purchase
8 people found this helpful
This is a good product that I'm taking with magnesium and butterbur for my headaches. I'm pleased with my purchase and would buy it again.
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9
Sinus headache relief
3 people found this helpful
I take one capsule three times daily with food for sinus headaches. It really helps!
Read More
9
Helpful for headaches
2 people found this helpful
My doctor recommended this, and I found it very helpful for my headache, just as he said.
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9
Amazing for headaches
1 people found this helpful
Amazing quality for treating headaches or migraines. I take two capsules at night.
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7.5
Less frequent headaches
2 people found this helpful
My daughter suffered from migraines, and after her doctor prescribed these alongside magnesium, she seems to have benefited. It took a few months, but she experiences headaches much less often now. I trust Solgar products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Great for migraines
1 people found this helpful
Taking 400 mg per day has helped with dizziness, headache, and light sensitivity.
2
No improvement for headaches
The capsule is small and easy to swallow. I tried it because it works for headaches, but there was no improvement. I wonder if multivitamins would be better. I feel that excretion is quick.
7.5
Less intense headaches
My GP has recommended incorporating B2 into my daily routine to alleviate migraine, alongside magnesium. So far, this regimen has not eliminated migraine, but the headaches are significantly less intense. I find Solgar trustworthy, and I will continue using this vegan B2.
9
Amazing for headaches
1 people found this helpful
Amazing quality for treating headaches or migraines. I take two capsules at night.
9
We investigated how Vitamin B2 supplementation could affect migraines. In a thorough review of available studies, we found that taking 400 mg of Vitamin B2 daily for three months significantly reduced the number of migraine days, duration, frequency, and pain intensity.
We analyzed data from eight randomized trials involving 673 participants. The findings suggest that Vitamin B2 can be a helpful non-pharmaceutical option for people seeking to lessen the burden of migraines.
We analyzed data from eight randomized trials involving 673 participants. The findings suggest that Vitamin B2 can be a helpful non-pharmaceutical option for people seeking to lessen the burden of migraines.
9
We reviewed the impact of nutraceuticals on headache management, focusing particularly on riboflavin (B2). This vitamin shows promise for preventing migraines in adults, although its effectiveness in children remains unverified.
Adverse reactions to riboflavin are generally minimal, making it a safe option. While other substances like Coenzyme Q10 and magnesium also exhibit some efficacy with low side effects, caution is advised for feverfew due to uncertain safety.
Thus, while we identified potential benefits, it's essential to approach these treatments with care and consultation.
Adverse reactions to riboflavin are generally minimal, making it a safe option. While other substances like Coenzyme Q10 and magnesium also exhibit some efficacy with low side effects, caution is advised for feverfew due to uncertain safety.
Thus, while we identified potential benefits, it's essential to approach these treatments with care and consultation.
7
We explored the impact of riboflavin (vitamin B2) on migraine prevention through a review of studies from 1990 to 2013. Our investigation included eleven studies, mostly involving adults, showing that vitamin B2 can reduce the frequency and duration of migraine attacks effectively, without serious side effects.
While we found riboflavin to be safe and generally well-tolerated in adults, the evidence isn't strong enough to recommend it as a treatment for children or as an adjunct therapy.
While we found riboflavin to be safe and generally well-tolerated in adults, the evidence isn't strong enough to recommend it as a treatment for children or as an adjunct therapy.
9.5
Riboflavin effective for pediatric migraines
We conducted a retrospective observational study involving 42 children and adolescents aged 6 to 18 years suffering from migraines. Our aim was to see how effective riboflavin, a safe and affordable nutraceutical, could be in reducing headache symptoms.
After administering weight-based doses of riboflavin, we observed substantial decreases in the frequency, intensity, and duration of headaches, along with reduced medication usage and fewer missed school days. These findings suggest that riboflavin can be a beneficial option for pediatric migraine management.
After administering weight-based doses of riboflavin, we observed substantial decreases in the frequency, intensity, and duration of headaches, along with reduced medication usage and fewer missed school days. These findings suggest that riboflavin can be a beneficial option for pediatric migraine management.
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- Tepper SJ, Tepper K. Nutraceuticals and Headache 2024: Riboflavin, Coenzyme Q10, Feverfew, Magnesium, Melatonin, and Butterbur. Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2025;29:33. 10.1007/s11916-025-01358-3
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