- Deficiency states:
- PO 20-50mg TDS *3/52
- Prophylaxis of isoniazide-induced neuropathy:
- PO 100mg OD
- Nausea in pregnancy:
- PO 25mg TDS
- Tablet:
- 25mg
- 50mg
Sources of pyridoxine: Beef liver, pork, spinach, banana, cereals, milk, fish, avocado
It plays a role in metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats.
It also aids in the synthesis of GABA and the release of liver and muscle stored glycogen.
- Pyridoxine-dependent syndrome
- Peripheral neuropathy with long term use
- Hypersensitivity reaction
- Altretamine
- Phenobarbital
- Phenytoin
Drug Status
| Availability | Prescription or OTC by Pharmacist |
| Pregnancy | Category A |
| Breastfeeding | safe |
| Schedule | Not controlled |
| BRAND NAME | STRENGTH | FORMULATION | PACK SIZE | MANUFACTURER | DISTRIBUTOR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vit B6 | 50mg | Tablet | 100’s | Universal Corporation | Universal Corporation |
| Pyridoxine | 50mg | Tablet | 100’s | Cosmos Ltd | Cosmos Ltd |