Pure Encapsulations B-Complex Plus is a food supplement providing all eight B vitamins, including active forms of B12, folate and B6, in a pack of 60 vegetarian capsules.

Key Features

Complete B-vitamin formula: provides all eight B vitamins, thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), B6, folate, B12 and biotin, in a single capsule rather than several separate supplements.
Coenzyme forms included: provides B12 as methylcobalamin, folate as calcium-L-methylfolate (L-5-MTHF), and part of the B6 as pyridoxal-5-phosphate, the forms these vitamins take once metabolised in the body.
Contributes to normal nervous system function, normal energy-yielding metabolism, and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Flexible dosing: 1-2 capsules daily allows the dose to be adjusted within the stated range, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Minimal, allergen-free formulation: free from gluten, dairy, egg, soya, peanuts and the other EU-regulated major allergens, with no artificial colours, flavours or magnesium stearate, and suitable for vegans.

Why does this product provide such high percentages of the NRV for B vitamins?

B vitamins are water-soluble, and this formula is designed as a higher-potency, single daily supplement rather than a maintenance-level multivitamin. Each capsule provides amounts ranging from around 200% to over 16,000% of the Nutrient Reference Value depending on the vitamin, as shown in the Ingredients section. Do not exceed the stated dose unless advised by a healthcare professional.

What's the difference between the 'active' forms and the standard B vitamins in this formula?

Some B vitamins need to be converted by the body before they can be used. This formula includes B12 as methylcobalamin, folate as L-5-MTHF (calcium-L-methylfolate), and part of the B6 as pyridoxal-5-phosphate; these are coenzyme forms the body would otherwise need to convert other forms of these vitamins into.

Can I take this alongside a separate vitamin B12 or folate supplement?

This product already provides 400 mcg of vitamin B12 and 400 mcg of folate per capsule. Taking an additional B12 or folate supplement alongside it would add to your total daily intake, so check the combined amount against the stated dose and speak to a healthcare professional before combining supplements.

Ingredients

Active ingredients (per capsule)

Nutrient	Amount	%NRV
Vitamin B1 (as thiamine HCl)	100 mg	9,091%
Vitamin B2 (as riboflavin 5'-phosphate and riboflavin)	13 mg	929%
Niacin, vitamin B3 (as niacinamide and inositol hexanicotinate)	108 mg NE	675%
Pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 (as calcium pantothenate)	100 mg	1,667%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl and pyridoxal-5-phosphate)	17 mg	1,214%
Folate (as calcium-L-methylfolate, L-5-MTHF)	400 mcg	200%
Vitamin B12 (as methylcobalamin)	400 mcg	16,000%
Biotin	400 mcg	800%

Other ingredients: ascorbyl palmitate. Capsule shell: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (vegetarian capsule).

This product is free from gluten-containing cereals, crustaceans, eggs, fish, milk, molluscs, peanuts, soya and celery, and does not contain artificial colours, flavours or magnesium stearate.

Usage and Instructions

Take 1 capsule, 1-2 times daily, with meals, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Use only if the safety seal is intact when you first open the pack. Store in a cool, dry place.

Warnings

Do not exceed the stated dose. This food supplement is not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a health condition, or are taking any medication, speak to a healthcare professional before taking this product, particularly if you are already taking another supplement containing vitamin B12 or folate/folic acid. Keep out of the reach of children.