With increasing health awareness on the need and benefit of vitamin supplementation, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) amongst other supplements has become a nutrient of growing interest. Vitamin B6 is part of the B-vitamin family and plays an essential role in nerve function, metabolism, and immune health.
What are B Vitamins?¹
B vitamins are a group of 8 essential nutrients that help the body convert food into energy and support overall health.
Each B vitamin plays a unique role in maintaining vital functions of the body.
Types of B Vitamins
Vitamin B1: (Thiamine): Helps release energy from carbohydrates.
Vitamin B5: (Pantothenic Acid): Essential for making hormones and energy.
Vitamin B9: (Folate): Crucial for blood formation and pregnancy health
Vitamin B2: (Riboflavin): Supports energy production and healthy skin.
Vitamin B6: (Pyridoxine): Supports nervous system, immune system and metabolism
Vitamin B12: (Cobalamin): Crucial for cell growth, nerve health and pregnancy health
Vitamin B3: (Niacin): Helps reduce tiredness, and supports skin health
Vitamin B7: (Biotin): Maintain healthy hair and skin
What is Vitamin B6?²
Part of the B-vitamin family that helps support your body and nerve health.
An essential nutrient that is also called “pyridoxine.”
Signs of vitamin B6 deficiency:
Fatigue
Weakness
Mood Changes
Nerve Problems
Sources of Vitamin B6³
Dietary sources include:
Fish
Organ meats Like Beef & Chicken liver
Potatoes and other starchy vegetables
Banana and mixed nuts
Supplements
Who May Need More B6?
Elderly people
People living with diabetes
People with high alcohol intake
People with impaired renal function
Right dose of B6⁴
Always read the label and follow the recommended dose on the label
Avoid taking multiple B-Vitamin products at the same time
Decades of research show minimal side effects at recommended doses.
Very high dose over long-term usage may lead to side effects (tingling, numbness in hands or feet)
Quick Tips
Dose at 50mg/day or below:
Dose at 200mg/day or below:
Very high dose (>600mg)
Long term usage possible
Use daily up to 200 days
Consult your health care professionals for long-term usage (>6months)
Right use of B6
Use as directed on the label for intended use.
Use of high dose as advised and under supervision of a healthcare professional.
Stop and see a doctor if you feel unusual tingling or numbness in hands or feet.
If symptoms persist, consult your doctor
Talk to your doctor about the Vitamins B1+B6+B12 (NEUROBION®) formulation, dose and duration of treatment that is appropriate for you.
Article Sources
Always consult your healthcare professionals if any questions about vitamins usage.
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- National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements, https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminB6-HealthProfessional/#h3. Accessed in Sep 2025.
- Schellack, N., Yotsombut, K., Sabet, A., Nafach, J., Hiew, F. L., & Kulkantrakorn, K. (2025). Expert consensus on vitamin B6 therapeutic use for patients: Guidance on safe dosage, duration and clinical management. Drug, Healthcare and Patient Safety, 17, 97–108. https://doi.org/10.2147/DHPS.S499941