pyridoxine deficiency (vitamin B6 deficiency)

Clinical manifestations

• cheilosis
• glossitis
• dermatitis
• major depression
• muscle weakness
• peripheral neuropathy
• confusions
• irritability
• insomnia
• convulsions

Laboratory

• serum B6 levels low
• complete blood count
  • anemia may occur

Management

• supplemental vitamin B6, 25-50 mg PO QD (see pyridoxine)

More general terms

• vitamin B deficiency

Additional terms

• pyridoxine (a vitamin B6)