What are other names for Vitamin B6?
Note that Vitamin B6 is also known as:
- Pyridoxine
- Pyridoxamine
- Pyridoxal
- Pyridoxal Phosphate
- Pyridoxal-5'-Phosphate
- PLP
Vitamin B6
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•Last Updated: October 29, 2024
Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for health. After ingestion, it is converted into a coenzyme that supports the function of numerous enzymes in the body important for brain and cognitive development, immune function, and metabolic processes. Although deficiencies are rare, people on specific medications or with distinct medical conditions may require supplementation.
