VITAMINS
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5 phosphate)
Pyridoxal 5’-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6, supports energy metabolism and neurotransmitter production.
Also known as: pyridoxal 5-phosphate, P5P, PLP, pyridoxine, vitamin B-6, Pyridoxal 5 phosphate
At a glance
- Form
- Pyridoxal 5 phosphate
- Category
- Vitamins
- In an apiece formula
- 10 mg a day (you can change it)
- Recommended intake
- 1.3 mg
- Upper limit
- 100 mg a day
- Studied for
- Energy & vitality, Stress & resilience*
- Reference
- NIH ODS: Vitamin B6 fact sheet
Who should be careful
Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding a supplement if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Stay under the upper limit from all sources combined, including multivitamins.
Symptoms it’s studied for
- Tired or low energy
- Poor sleep
- Anxious or stressed
- Bloating or gas
- Skin issues (acne, dry, eczema)
- PMS or cycle symptoms
- Low libido
- Sugar cravings
From the Journal
- Folic acid vs methylfolate: does your MTHFR gene matter?
How folic acid and L-methylfolate differ, what an MTHFR variant does and doesn't mean, what the pregnancy guidance actually says, and the upper limit for folic acid.
Questions
How much vitamin B6 a day?
apiece formulas usually include 10 mg a day. The recommended intake for adults is 1.3 mg. Upper limit: 100 mg a day.
What is vitamin B6 used for?
Pyridoxal 5’-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6, supports energy metabolism and neurotransmitter production. In apiece it is part of formulas for Energy & vitality, Stress & resilience.*
Who should be careful with vitamin B6?
Most adults can take it at the usual amount, but check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition.
Can I get vitamin B6 in a personalized supplement?
Yes. apiece builds one daily blend around your goals and, if you have them, your lab results. Vitamin B6 can be part of it at the amount listed, with every ingredient shown and never more than 10 capsules a day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This page is general information, not medical advice. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting a supplement, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Updated 2026-10-21.