Definitions

1. noun

A water-soluble vitamin found in many foods, especially in whole grains, and used as a dietary supplement to treat or prevent vitamin B6 deficiency.

“She took a daily dose of pyridoxine to ensure her diet was adequate.”

2. noun

A compound used as a medication to treat nausea and vomiting, often associated with pregnancy and chemotherapy.

“Her doctor prescribed pyridoxine to alleviate the morning sickness.”