Niacin Benefits & Uses

Niacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Niacin Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dosage may be increased up 2 g/day as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dosage may be increased up 2 g/day as needed

Niacin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Niacin is used -

Moderate

Blurred vision

Mild

Diarrhoea
Flushing
Gastric Irritation
Headache
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Niacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Niacin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Niacin. It is best to stop taking Niacin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Niacin safe during breastfeeding?

Niacin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Niacin on the Kidneys?

Using Niacin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Niacin on the Liver?

Side effects of Niacin rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Niacin on the Heart?

Niacin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Niacin with Other Drugs

Niacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Niacin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Niacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Gout
Glaucoma
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Niacin

Is this Niacin habit forming or addictive?

Niacin is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Niacin as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Niacin, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Niacin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Niacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Niacin

Taking Niacin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Niacin

Consuming Niacin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe