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Vitamin B3 is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vitamin B3 is used -
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Vitamin B3 safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Vitamin B3 without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Vitamin B3 safe during breastfeeding?
Vitamin B3 can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Vitamin B3 on the Kidneys?
Using Vitamin B3 does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Vitamin B3 on the Liver?
Vitamin B3 does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Vitamin B3 on the Heart?
Vitamin B3 is completely safe for the heart.
Vitamin B3 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vitamin B3 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vitamin B3 habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Vitamin B3.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Vitamin B3 as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vitamin B3 is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vitamin B3 cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Vitamin B3
Vitamin B3 may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vitamin B3
Information about the interaction of Vitamin B3 and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 900-901
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Niaspan® (niacin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Advicor® (niacin and lovastatin)