What is Pyridoxine?
Pyridoxine and vitamin B6 Vitamins are found in many foods, including meat, poultry, and nuts. Vitamin B6 plays a role in many body processes.
Pyridoxine can be used to prevent or treat vitamin B6 deficiencies. Pyridoxine is used to treat certain types of anemia. The pyridoxine injection is used to treat certain types of seizures in infants.Oral pyridoxine is available without prescription. Injectable pyridoxine can only be administered by a healthcare professional.This medication guide does not list all possible uses of pyridoxine.
Side effects of Pyridoxine
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat.
Vitamin B6 may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Reduced sensation of temperature, vibration, and touch;
- Loss of coordination or balance
- Numbness around the mouth or feet
- You may have clumsiness in your hands.
- Feeling tired?
Vitamin B6 can have a variety of side effects.
- Nausea;
- Headache;
- Sleepiness
- Mild numbness, tingling, or tingling
There may be other side effects.For medical advice about side effects, call your physician directly. Alternatively, the FDA can be reached at 1-800-FDA-1088 in order to report them.
Similar/related drugs
Sympazan, hydroxyzine, ondansetron, lorazepam, diazepam, topiramate, and meclizine
Warnings
Please read all the instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, allergies, and medicines.
Before you take this drug
If you've ever experienced an allergic reaction, then you should avoid using pyridoxine.
If you are unsure if vitamin B6 is right for you, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- You have other medical conditions.
- Do you take any other medicines or herbal products?
- You are allergic to drugs or food.
Tell your doctor about any heart or kidney problems if you want to receive injection pyridoxine safely.
Before using this medication, ask your doctor if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. You may need a different dose. A nursing infant can be harmed by high doses of pyridoxine.Do not administer this medicine to an infant without consulting a doctor.
How to take Pyridoxine?
Do not alter the instructions on your prescription. Use this medication only as directed. Do not exceed the prescribed dosage or use it for longer than required.Pyridoxine is taken orally. Injectable pyridoxine can be injected through an IV into a muscle. It is possible that you will be taught how to inject at home. You should not administer this medication to yourself if you don't know how to inject the medicine and dispose of needles and IV tubing.
As you age, the recommended daily intake of pyridoxine will increase. Please follow the instructions of your healthcare provider. For more information, you can consult the Office of Dietary Supplements of the National Institutes of Health or the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Nutrient Database (formerly known as "Recommended Daily Amounts") listings.
Pyridoxine is often part of a comprehensive treatment programme that includes a special dietary plan. Your doctor or nutritionist will have created a diet plan for you. Learn which foods to eat and avoid in order to control your condition.Store away from heat and moisture at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
As soon as you become aware of a missed dose, take it immediately. If your next scheduled dosage is approaching quickly, however, skip taking this missed dosage altogether. Don't use extra medicine to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Other drugs, such as prescription and over-the-counter medicines, herbal products, vitamins, and herbal supplements, may interact with pyridoxine. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines you are taking and those you plan to take.
