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PYRIDOXINE is a brand name for Pyridoxine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: Pyridoxine is indicated for adults and children over 12 years old in the treatment of isoniazid-induced peripheral neuritis and pyridoxine deficiency states.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
Posology Adults and children over 12 years old Isoniazid neuropathy:
Prophylaxis 10mg daily Treatment 50mg three times daily (Adults) Treatment 30-50mg two to three times a day (children over 12 years) Deficiency states: 20-50mg up to three times daily Elderly As for adults. Paediatric population Little information is available on the use of pyridoxine in children under 12 years.
Doses of 4mg/Kg have been used to treat children with familial pyridoxine resistance. Method of administration Oral.
None at recommended dosages. Large daily doses taken over a prolonged period can cause the development of severe peripheral neuropathy. Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.
It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App
If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical advice. Do not exceed the stated dose.
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Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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