Longs Wellness Vitamin B6 100 mg
Brand: Longs Wellness · Form: TABLET [E0155] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: For a general audience, Vitamin B6 at 100 mg is a high dose that exceeds the recommended daily allowance. Data on this specific product is limited, so we must rely on general safety principles. The evidence shows that high intakes of certain vitamins can pose risks, and without specific data from the provided materials, we cannot confirm the efficacy of this particular formulation for any condition.
How it works
Vitamin B6, or pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin that acts as a coenzyme in over 100 enzyme reactions. It is essential for protein metabolism, red blood cell formation, and neurotransmitter synthesis. However, data on this specific product's mechanism is not available. The provided data on calcium shows it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation, but this is a different ingredient and does not apply to Vitamin B6 [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
Data not available for side effects specific to this product. The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but this number is not specific to Vitamin B6 or this brand [FDA data]. High doses of Vitamin B6 (over 100 mg daily) from other sources have been linked to nerve toxicity, but this information is not from the provided data. You should be aware that taking high doses of any supplement without medical supervision carries risk.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: We cannot recommend Longs Wellness Vitamin B6 100 mg based on the data provided. The dose is very high, and without specific safety or efficacy data for this product, the risks are unknown. For general health, you should stick to a standard multivitamin or a lower dose B-complex. Always consult your doctor before taking high-dose supplements like this one.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Longs Wellness |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Tablet(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- 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