Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) explained
Vitamin B6 participates in amino acid metabolism and neurotransmitter synthesis; deficiency can cause anemia and neuropathy.
Not FDA ApprovedVitamin B6 (pyridoxine) helps treat
• B6 deficiency (with clinician)
• Nausea in pregnancy (as part of doxylamine‑pyridoxine regimen)
• PMS symptom support (limited evidence)
additional medications
• Balanced diet
• Prenatal vitamins (as advised)
• B‑complex
medication risks
• Sensory neuropathy at high doses
• Drug interactions (antiepileptics, levodopa regimens)
side effects
• Nausea
• Sleep disturbance (rare)
• Headache
FAQs
Q: Toxicity risk?A: Very high chronic doses can cause sensory neuropathy—avoid excess.
Q: Interactions?
A: May interact with certain antiepileptics and levodopa regimens.
Q: Forms?
A: Pyridoxine is common; P5P is the active form—both can correct deficiency.
Q: Testing?
A: Levels can guide dosing if deficiency suspected.
Q: FDA approval?
A: Supplements aren’t FDA‑approved to treat disease.
