Vitamin B6 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the use of Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine
A
Heme and neurotransmitter synthesis
Metabolism of glycogen, lipids, steroids, and several vitamins
2
Q
Sources of Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine
A
Plants and animal products
3
Q
Who is most likely to e deficient in vitamin B6 Pyridoxine
A
ETOH and isoniazid use
4
Q
S/S of vitamin B 6 Pyridoxine deficiency
A
Epithelial changes, peripheral neuropathy, EEG abnormalities, personality changes, microcytic anemia, platelet dysfunction
5
Q
Vitamin B6 pyridoxine deficiency tx
A
B6 50mg po qd
