Safety and side effects

Consuming vitamin B-6 through food appears to be safe, even in excessive amounts.

When used as a supplement in appropriate doses, vitamin B-6 is likely safe.

However, taking too much vitamin B-6 from supplements can cause:

• A lack of muscle control or coordination of voluntary movements (ataxia)
• Painful, disfiguring skin lesions
• Heartburn and nausea
• Sensitivity to sunlight (photosensitivity)
• Numbness
• Reduced ability to sense pain or extreme temperatures