What are the active ingredients in the RHP® Nerve Support Formula?

The two active ingredients are a special form of vitamin B1 called Benfotiamine, and a special form of vitamin B12 called Methylcobalamine (Methyl B12).‡

What is Benfotiamine?

Benfotiamine is a lipid (fat) soluble form of vitamin B1 (thiamine). It is found in very small quantities within roasted, crushed garlic and other vegetables such as onions, shallots, and leeks.‡

What is Methyl B12?

Methylcobalamine (called Methyl B12), is the form of vitamin B12 that can be directly utilized by the body. It is available in the RHP Nerve Support Formula in quantities nutritionally needed by the body to help repair itself. Methyl B12 can be taken orally and is immediately available to the body much like injectable vitamin B12.‡

Will ordinary Vitamin B1 and B12 work just as well?

No, they will not.

It has been known for some time that increased levels of Thiamine (vitamin B1) in the blood stream are very effective in supporting the nervous system. Unfortunately, the oral intake of vitamin B1 does not greatly increase the levels of B1 in the blood stream. Previously, the way that blood stream levels of B1 were increased was through periodic intravenous feeding or through injections every few weeks.

The reason that methods like this had to be used is that Thiamine (sometimes spelled Thiamin), like all of the B vitamins, is water-soluble. Thiamine cannot be stored in the body and flushes out within 4 to 5 hours. Oral intake of Thiamine over 5 mg results in greatly reduced bioavailability and immediate flushing from the body (this is why urine frequently turns yellow when taking larger doses of B vitamins).

The most common type of vitamin B12 used in vitamin supplements is called Cyanocobalamine. Taking Cyanocobalamine can result in absorption of as little as 1/2 of 1% of the amount taken, which makes it almost impossible to get enough vitamin B12.

Additionally, the body must convert the Cyanocobalamine (which cannot be used by the body) to a form of vitamin B12 the body can use called Methylcobalamine. Unfortunately, as the body gets older it starts losing this ability to convert Cyanocobalamine to Methylcobalamine.‡

Are Benfotiamine and Methyl B12 Safe?

There are numerous clinical trials and studies where Benfotiamine or Methyl B12 have been used, often in far, far higher amounts than contained in our product. To date, there have been no reports of adverse reactions or toxic effects.

Additionally, there are no reports of adverse effects or negative interactions between Benfotiamine or Methyl B12 and other supplements or doctor prescribed medications.

The FDA has set no upper limits on the use and intake of vitamin B1 or vitamin B12.‡

Are there any risks associated with taking the RHP® Nerve Support Formula?

As with any nutritional product, it is important to follow the instructions that are provided to you when you order the RHP® Nerve Support Formula.

If you have any questions about interactions with any other drugs, vitamins, supplements, or therapy, consult with your physician.

What do health care professionals say about Benfotiamine?

Numerous health care professionals know of the benefits of Benfotiamine or Methyl B12. Any in depth study on the web will produce physicians, naturopaths, neurologists, optometrists, chiropractors, etc. who have seen or know of the effectiveness of Benfotiamine and Methyl B12 in supporting the nerves of the body and the nervous system as a whole.‡

What is the difference between the Nerve Support Formula that has 120 capsules in it and the Nerve Support Formula that has 60 capsules in it?

We found out by doing a survey that an overwhelming number of customers would love to take less capsules and get more ingredients in each capsule.

The Nerve Support Formula had 120 capsules in each bottle. The serving size on the bottle was 2 capsules.

The Extra Strength Nerve Support Formula had 60 capsules in each bottle. The serving size on the bottle was 1 capsule.

The ingredients are exactly the same between these two products. It is simply twice the amount of ingredients in one capsule.

We have now made Extra Strength Nerve Support Formula the new standard Nerve Support Formula.

What is the shipping time for the product?

Your order is processed and shipped out the day we receive it or latest by the next business day. It is shipped by First Class Mail and normally takes from two to four business days to arrive within the continental USA.

Rush shipments can be arranged by calling our corporate offices in Glendale, California at (888) 580-9390 between 9:30 am and 5:30 pm PST, Monday through Friday.