Product Category:

Vitamins

Composition:

PYRIDOXINE TABLETS IP (40 MG)

Therapeutic Category:

Vitamin B6

Mechanism of Action:

Pyridoxine is converted in erythrocytes to its active moiety, pyridoxal phosphate. This active form acts as coenzyme for no fewer than 60 metabolic processes including the metabolism of fat, protein, and carbohydrate. Its role in protein metabolism includes decarboxylation of amino acids, conversion of tryptophan to niacin or serotonin, deamination, and transamination of amino acids. In carbohydrate metabolism, it is necessary for the conversion of glycogen to glucose-1-phosphate. Pyridoxine is essential for synthesis of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the CNS and synthesis of heme.

Indications:

Indicated as a supplement for isoniazid-induced peripheral neuritis and Vitamin B6 deficiency states. Vitamin B6 is vital for the maintenance of overall health, including nerve function, red blood cell formation, and proper metabolism. It is also used for heart disease; high cholesterol; reducing blood levels of homocysteine, a chemical that might be linked to heart disease; and helping clogged arteries stay open after a balloon procedure to unblock them.

Dosage:

Vitamin B6 deficiency

Adult:Dosage of Pyridoxine Hydrochloride can be given upto 150 mg daily. Adjust dose based on patient's response, age, health status and specific requirements.

Isoniazid-induced peripheral neuropathy

Adult:As prophylaxis: 10-50 mg daily. As treatment: 50 mg tid. Dosage recommendations may vary among individuals.

Child: >12 years As prophylaxis: 10 mg daily. As treatment: 30-50 mg bid or tid. Dosage or treatment recommendations may vary among individuals.

Pack Size:

Available in 10 x 10’s Blister pack.