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Tablet Pyridoxine hydrochlorid

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) acts as a coenzyme in amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) acts as a coenzyme in amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation. Used for Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) deficiency, Nutritional supplementation, Peripheral neuropathy associated with B6 deficiency.

At a glance

Mechanism of action

Pyridoxine is converted to its active form, pyridoxal 5-phosphate, which serves as a cofactor for numerous enzymes involved in protein metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis (serotonin, dopamine, GABA), and heme synthesis. It is essential for normal nervous system function, immune response, and red blood cell formation.

Approved indications

• Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) deficiency
• Nutritional supplementation
• Peripheral neuropathy associated with B6 deficiency
• Anemia related to B6 deficiency

Common side effects

• Peripheral neuropathy (at high doses)
• Sensory ataxia (at high doses)
• Nausea
• Headache

Key clinical trials

• Evaluate the Neuroprotective Effect of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12 Against Vincristine Induced Neurotoxicity in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Patients (PHASE2, PHASE3)

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