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Niacin

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About Niacin

Niacin is another name for Vitamin B3 which is immensely essential for the body in maintaining a general good health. It is used to treat deficiency of natural niacin in the body which may cause many diseases like Pellagra, dementia, diarrhea, weak cardiac system etc. Hence Niacin is used for keeping a check on all these problems and also in balancing cholesterol in blood, keeping the skin healthy in addition to others. It reduces atherosclerosis. It is a colorless water soluble solid which is derived from pyridine.

This medicine has some side effects if taken in high dosage or who have existing medical conditions. These are dizziness, nausea, vomiting, allergy, low blood pressure, stomach disorders- ulcer in serious cases, indigestion and other gastro-intestinal problems, facial flushing, diahrrhea etc.

Niacin has chances of interaction with medicines of diabetes, blood pressure, thyroid, and other anti-biotics. Hence it must be informed to the physician whether the patient is already under some medication or not if this drug has to be started.

This medicine is completely safe in lower doses, or in controlled administration but in higher doses it starts showing side effects. Hence precaution is necessary and following the doctor’s advice is obligatory to receive good results.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Niacin

    • Increased Triglycerides Levels In Blood

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Niacin ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Niacin

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Taking Niacin with alcohol can cause nausea, dizziness, itching, vomiting, upset stomach, and flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin).

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Nialip 250mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Niacin

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Niacin as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a synthetic version of Vitamin B3. It gets converted to NAD and NADP, which help in DNA repair, fat metabolism, etc. Additionally, the active constituent of this medication has a lipid modification effect which helps reduce cholesterol.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Dietitian/Nutritionist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Niacin ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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