pyridoxine

noun

pyr·​i·​dox·​ine ˌpir-ə-ˈdäk-ˌsēn 

-sən

: a crystalline phenolic alcohol C₈H₁₁NO₃ of the vitamin B₆ group found especially in cereals and convertible in the organism into pyridoxal and pyridoxamine

Examples of pyridoxine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Vitamin B6: Vitamin B6, or pyridoxine, plays a supporting role in amino acid formation and production of neurotransmitters. —Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 25 Nov. 2024

Look for a B complex with 100 mg of thiamine (B1), 40 mg of pyridoxine (B6), and around 1000 micrograms (mcg) of cobalamin (B12).201 Other Supplements Minimal research exists on the use of other supplements for managing leg cramps. —Amy Brownstein, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024

Supports Healthy Skin Cucumbers contain vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). —Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2024

Bulgur is particularly rich in fiber and B vitamins—such as riboflavin, niacin, and pyridoxine—which have heart-protective effects. —Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 2 Oct. 2024

Chicken, egg yolk, whole grains, broccoli, mushrooms, avocados Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine, pyridoxal, pyridoxamine) • Metabolizes amino acids and helps cells replicate. —Clara Moskowitz, Scientific American, 25 June 2024

The formula includes essential nutrients such as calcium pantothenate and pyridoxine hydrochloride, which contribute to maintaining healthy skin and coat. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Aug. 2023

It’s made up of eight smaller vitamins: thiamine (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3), pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), pyridoxine (vitamin B6), biotin, folic acid, and cobalamins (vitamin B12). —Perri O. Blumberg, Men's Health, 30 June 2023

What is in a B-complex supplement? Many, but not all, B-complex supplements contain all eight of the B vitamins: B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folate), and B12 (cobalamin). —Alex Aldeborgh, Ms, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2023

Word History

Etymology

pyridine + ox- + -ine entry 2

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

pyridoxine

noun

pyr·​i·​dox·​ine ˌpir-ə-ˈdäk-ˌsēn 

-sən

: an alcohol of the vitamin B₆ group found especially in cereals

Medical Definition

pyridoxine

noun

pyr·​i·​dox·​ine ˌpir-ə-ˈdäk-ˌsēn, -sən 

: a crystalline phenolic alcohol C₈H₁₁NO₃ of the vitamin B₆ group found especially in cereals and convertible in the body into pyridoxal and pyridoxamine