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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl) has been investigated for its potential role in alleviating symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), including PMS Type C, which is characterized by carbohydrate cravings, increased appetite, and symptoms related to blood sugar fluctuations. Several clinical trials and meta-analyses have explored the efficacy of Vitamin B6 for PMS symptoms broadly, though few target specific subtypes like Type C. Some studies suggest that Vitamin B6 supplementation (commonly 50-100 mg/day) may reduce the severity of overall PMS symptoms, particularly mood-related symptoms such as irritability and depression, possibly through its involvement in neurotransmitter synthesis (e.g., serotonin and dopamine). However, evidence specific to PMS Type C and carbohydrate cravings is limited. A 1999 meta-analysis (Wyatt et al., BMJ) found some benefit for general PMS symptoms, but the quality of studies was variable. The proposed mechanism for PMS Type C is that Vitamin B6 may help regulate glucose metabolism and support neurotransmitter pathways involved in appetite and craving control, though direct clinical evidence remains sparse. Overall, while there is scientific investigation into Vitamin B6 for PMS, the evidence for its use specifically in PMS Type C is limited and not robust. Current guidelines sometimes recommend Vitamin B6 as a low-risk intervention for PMS, but further high-quality studies are needed to clarify its benefits for PMS Type C symptoms in particular.

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