Pyridoxine
Description
Pyridoxine is a naturally occurring form of vitamin B6. It is necessary for maintaining important functions in the body such as glucose and amino acid metabolism, production of RBCs, proper functioning of the nervous system, etc. It is used for the treatment and prevention of vitamin B6 deficiency (both drug-induced and dietary). It is also used for the treatment of anemia in adults and for vitamin B6-dependent seizures in children.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Pyridoxine
- Clumsiness
- Numbness of hands or feet
- Unsteady walk
- Sleepiness
Uses of Pyridoxine
What is it prescribed for?
- Drug induced Pyridoxine deficiency
- Dietary Deficiency
- Anemia
- Pregnancy Induced Nausea and Vomiting
- Pyridoxine-dependent seizures
- Premenstrual syndrome
- Suppression of Lactation
- Inflammatory skin conditions
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to pyridoxine or any other ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
General warnings
Neuropathy
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of neuropathy due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. This risk is especially high in patients taking high doses of this medicine for a prolonged period of time. Report any unusual symptoms or worsening of the condition to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Other medicines
Pyridoxine is known to interact with a large number of medicines. It is advised that you report the use of all your current medicines including herbs and supplements to the doctor before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Levodopa
Phenobarbital
Isoniazid
Hydralazine
Phenytoin
Altretamine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine is essential for maintaining various important functions in the body including but not limited to glucose and amino acid metabolism, production of RBCs, proper functioning of the nervous system, etc. Lack of pyridoxine may result in impairment of the immune function, nervous system disorders, fatigue, numbness etc.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Vitamins
Schedule
OTC
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Information on this page was last updated on 30 Mar 2018
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