Deprescribing vitamin B6 in a Singapore community hospital

Deprescribing vitamin B6 in a Singapore community hospital

Introduction Vitamin B6 is commonly prescribed in hospitals in Singapore, although the clinical benefits are unclear. The Singapore Health Science Authority released a safety alert on high-dose vitamin B6 and the risk of peripheral neuropathy in May 2023.Methods Patient case notes were reviewed at t...

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Main Authors:	Alvin Shao Qiang Ong, Keith Zhong Hui Lee, Yee Shiang Wong, Eng Fui Lim, Dalvin Wan Hong Koh, Hui Yun Soh, Tsui Pik Chan, Gabriel Gerald Wenjun Yee, Yu Xian Loo, Cheryl Yan Fang Tan
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Language:	English
Published:	BMJ Publishing Group 2025-05-01
Series:	BMJ Open Quality
Online Access:	https://bmjopenquality.bmj.com/content/14/2/e003289.full
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