Niacin 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Niacin is used -
Moderate
Mild
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.
Is the use of Niacin safe during breastfeeding?
Niacin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Niacin on the Kidneys?
Using Niacin does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Niacin on the Liver?
Side effects of Niacin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Niacin on the Heart?
Niacin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Niacin 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 Niacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Niacin habit forming or addictive?
Niacin is not addictive in nature.
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.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Niacin, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Niacin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Niacin
Taking Niacin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Niacin
Consuming Niacin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 900-901
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 914-915
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)
