Bluebonnet Vitamin B6 100 mg

Our assessment

The evidence shows that Bluebonnet Vitamin B6 100 mg is a straightforward supplement, but we must be clear: the data provided does not include specific information on vitamin B6. The ingredient listed in the data is calcium, not vitamin B6. For calcium, our assessment is that it is essential for bone health, but the data points to potential risks at high intakes, including heart disease and prostate cancer [NIH ODS]. Without specific data on vitamin B6, we cannot assess this product's benefits or risks for that ingredient.

How it works

Based on the data provided, calcium works through two primary mechanisms: bone mineralization, where it supports bone density and mineral deposition, and neuromuscular relaxation, where it supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For vitamin B6 specifically, data on its mechanism is not available.

Safety profile

The total adverse event reports for all supplements in the FDA database is 592,059 [FDA data]. However, no specific reports are linked to Bluebonnet Vitamin B6 100 mg in the provided data. For the ingredient calcium, side effects from high levels include poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Calcium can also reduce the absorption of bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS]. Side effects and report counts for vitamin B6 are not available in the provided data.

Our recommendation

Data not available. Because the provided data does not contain any information on vitamin B6 — the active ingredient in this product — we cannot make a recommendation for Bluebonnet Vitamin B6 100 mg. For any supplement, you should consult with your healthcare provider, especially given the potential for interactions and side effects with the calcium data shown here [NIH ODS] [FDA data].

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• Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
• Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
• % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
• Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
• Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.

Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide