Applies to pyridoxine: capsule, powder, solution, tablet, tablet extended release.
Serious side effects of Pyridoxine
Along with its needed effects, pyridoxine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking pyridoxine:
With large doses
- Clumsiness
- numbness of hands or feet
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to pyridoxine: compounding powder, injectable solution, oral capsule, oral tablet.
Nervous system
The profound sensory loss following treatment with high doses of parenteral pyridoxine may not be reversible.[Ref]
Frequency not reported: Paresthesia, somnolence[Ref]
Metabolic
Frequency not reported: Low serum folic acid levels[Ref]