Vitamin B6
Pyridoxine
also known as Pyridoxine
Supports brain, nervous system, blood, immunity, DNA/RNA synthesis, homocysteine regulation, fluid balance, PMS relief, and inflammatory conditions.
Recommended daily intake
- Adults 19 50 · 1.3 mg
- Men 51 Plus · 1.7 mg
- Women 51 Plus · 1.5 mg
- Pregnancy · 1.9 mg
- Lactation · 2.0 mg
Upper intake limit
100 mg/day for adults
Signs of deficiency
- Microcytic anemia
- Skin rashes, particularly seborrheic dermatitis
- Cracks at the corners of the mouth
- Depression, confusion, irritability
- Weakened immune function
- More common with chronic alcohol use, kidney disease, autoimmune conditions, and certain medications
- Supports physical health
- Supports mental health
- May help with water retention
- Supports hydrochloric acid production
- Supports fat and protein absorption
- Supports red blood cell formation
- Supports nervous system function
- Supports brain function
Related literature · not reviewed for these claims
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- Two-step bioconversion of pyridoxal 5'-phosphate from pyridoxine through cofactor regeneration and pyridoxine 5'-phosphate oxidase evolution.
- Should PNPO Deficiency Be Treated In Utero? Clinical Findings From Prenatal Pyridoxine Therapy.
- Repurposing Hetrombopag for Multiple Myeloma by Targeting PNPO: A Celastrol-Inspired Approach.
- Enrichment and application of sulfur-dependent denitrifying microbes at low temperatures.
- Antinuclear antibody (ANA) level and blood-profile in Oral lichen planus patients: A cross-sectional study.
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