Vitamin B6 helps combat nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.
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Vitamin B6 is used to treat Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) deficiency, antibiotic-induced neuropathy (nerve damage), idiopathic sideroblastic anemia (a blood disorder with an unknown cause) and premenstrual syndrome (a condition that affects women’s emotions)
Contradications
Its use is not allowed in case of hypersensitivity to the main constituents
Side effects
Its side effects are sensory neuropathy (nerve damage of sensory nerves) on long-term use
FAQs
Why are females advised to use this vitamin throughout their pregnancy?
What is the right method to use this medicine?
Ensure to take in on an empty stomach and with a glass of water.
What medicines should be avoided while using vitamin B6?
Medicine that results in sedation, like cough and cold syrups should be strictly avoided.
Is it safe for lactating women?
No, it is not, since vitamin B6 has the potential to easily pass through the breast milk and harm the baby.
What happens in case of overdose?
This results in aggravation of side effects.
Indications:
This medicine is used for treating Vitamin B6 deficiency, Isoniazid, penicillamine, hydralazine or cycloserine induced neuropathy (nerve dysfunction due to medicinal use), and idiopathic sideroblastic anemia (deficiency of blood due to unknown cause).
Administration:
This medicine is used orally or intravenously. The injectable form is injected into a vein by a medical professional. However, if you are self-injecting or doing it at home, ensure that you follow the correct procedure and take all relevant precautions. The dose is dependent on the age, condition and its severity. This medicine is not recommended for children.
Storage:
Please store the oral form of this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Please keep away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Side Effects:
The patients administered with this medicine may experience sensory neuropathy (sensory nerve dysfunction) when used for extended periods.
Precautions:
The patients using this medicine may experience dependence and withdrawal effects with daily doses greater than 200 milligram or more. This use of this medicine has not been established for premenstrual syndrome.
Effects on Pregnancy and Lactation:
The risk associated with use of this medicine during pregnancy cannot be ruled out; therefore, caution is advised. The effects of this medicine in nursing females are undermines; therefore, caution is advised.
Contraindications:
The patients with allergy to Vitamin B6 should avoid use of this medicine.
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