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vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)

Haukeland University Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule

vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is a Vitamin B complex Small molecule drug developed by Haukeland University Hospital. It is currently FDA-approved for Vitamin B6 deficiency, Homocysteinemia, Peripheral neuropathy.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) acts as a coenzyme in amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) acts as a coenzyme in amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation. Used for Vitamin B6 deficiency, Homocysteinemia, Peripheral neuropathy.

At a glance

Generic namevitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
SponsorHaukeland University Hospital
Drug classVitamin B complex
TargetPyridoxal-5-phosphate-dependent enzymes
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaNutritional/Metabolic
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Pyridoxine is converted to its active form, pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP), which serves as a cofactor for over 100 enzymes involved in protein metabolism, neurotransmitter production (serotonin, dopamine, GABA), and immune function. It is essential for the synthesis of hemoglobin and myelin, and plays a critical role in homocysteine metabolism.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)

What is vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)?

vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is a Vitamin B complex drug developed by Haukeland University Hospital, indicated for Vitamin B6 deficiency, Homocysteinemia, Peripheral neuropathy.

How does vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) work?

Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) acts as a coenzyme in amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

What is vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) used for?

vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is indicated for Vitamin B6 deficiency, Homocysteinemia, Peripheral neuropathy, Premenstrual syndrome, Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.

Who makes vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)?

vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is developed and marketed by Haukeland University Hospital (see full Haukeland University Hospital pipeline at /company/haukeland-university-hospital).

What drug class is vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) in?

vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) belongs to the Vitamin B complex class. See all Vitamin B complex drugs at /class/vitamin-b-complex.

What development phase is vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) in?

vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)?

Common side effects of vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) include Peripheral neuropathy (at high doses >200 mg/day), Sensory ataxia (at high doses), Photosensitivity (rare).

What does vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) target?

vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) targets Pyridoxal-5-phosphate-dependent enzymes and is a Vitamin B complex.

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