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Pyridoxine
Common name pyridoxine
Systematic name 4,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)-
2-methylpyridin-3-ol
Other names 5-hydroxy-6-methyl-
3,4-pyridinedimethanol
Chemical formula C8H11NO3
Molecular mass 169.18 g/mol
Density x.xxx g/cm3
Melting point 159-162 °C
Boiling point xx.x °C
CAS number *
SMILES xxxx
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Pyridoxine is one of the compounds that can be called vitamin B6, along with Pyridoxal and Pyridoxamine. Pyridoxine assists in the balancing of sodium and potassium as well as promoting red blood cell production. It is linked to cancer immunity and helps fight the formation of homocysteine. It has been suggested that Pyridoxine might help children with learning difficulties, and may also prevent dandruff, eczema, and psoriasis. In addition, pyridoxine can help balance hormonal changes in women and aid in immune system. Lack of pyridoxine may cause anemia, nerve damage, seizures, skin problems, and sores in the mouth.

It is based on a pyridine ring, with hydroxyl, methyl, and hydroxymethyl substituents.

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