Common Questions about Vitamin B6

How do I know if my vitamin B6 levels are low?

A vitamin B6 deficiency can cause a variety of symptoms, such as dermatitis (skin inflammation), cheilosis (cracked lips), and anemia (abnormal red blood cells) with symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, pale skin, fast heartbeat, and shortness of breath. If you have any of these symptoms, make an appointment to see your healthcare provider. They will perform a physical examination and order tests to check adequate blood levels of B vitamins and prescribe supplements if needed.

What is the best time to take vitamin B6?

You can take vitamin B6 at any time of the day, with or without food. It is best to take your medications and supplements at around the same time every day as this makes it easier to remember.

Can vitamin B6 lower heart disease risk?

Studies have shown that a mild deficiency of vitamin B6 may be linked to an increased cardiovascular disease risk. However, studies have also shown that vitamin B supplementation does not lower the risk of cardiovascular events. Vitamin B6 deficiency is not common in the general population, and healthy adults do not need to take supplements. Certain populations, such as the elderly and those with alcohol dependence, are at an increased risk of vitamin B6 deficiency.

Does vitamin B6 supplementation help with rheumatoid arthritis?

A randomized controlled trial found that vitamin B6 supplementation did not improve chronic inflammation or rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. However, since this vitamin plays an important role in immune function, it is worth talking to your doctor about taking pyridoxine supplementation or other dietary supplements that affect the immune system.

Why did my doctor prescribe vitamin B6 along with another medication?

Some medications are known to cause nerve problems, such as peripheral neuropathy. Health professionals sometimes prescribe vitamin B6 supplementation along with prescription medications that can cause nerve problems or interfere with vitamin B6, for example, tuberculosis medications.

What is the price of vitamin B6 without insurance?

Without insurance, vitamin B6 can be as high as $16.77, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $6.69 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of vitamin B6 with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on vitamin B6—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for vitamin B6]. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.