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Brand: Beesix, Hexa-Betalin, Vitamin B6
Pyridoxine, also known as vitamin B6, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for various metabolic processes in the body. It plays a crucial role in protein, carbohydrate, and fat metabolism, as well as the synthesis of neurotransmitters, red blood cells, and nucleic acids. Pyridoxine is commonly used to treat and prevent vitamin B6 deficiency, which can manifest as anemia, nerve damage, seizures, and skin problems. It's also used in combination with other medications to treat nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Used to treat and prevent vitamin B6 deficiency and to manage nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Outcome:
Decreased levodopa effectiveness
Mechanism:
Pyridoxine enhances the peripheral metabolism of levodopa.
Outcome:
May increase vitamin B6 requirements
Mechanism:
Estrogen may increase the need for vitamin B6.
Outcome:
May increase photosensitivity
Mechanism:
Unknown
Most likely new formulation: sustained-release pyridoxine for improved bioavailability (2025, 80% confidence).
Based on current usage trends and prevalence of deficiency, the likelihood of new vitamin B6 formulations for specific populations is 70% within the next 5 years.
Vitamin, Water-soluble
Pyridine Derivative