Vitamin B3 / Nicotinic Acid / Niacin
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Vitamin B3 deficiency, skin conditions |
| Therapy | Vitamin |
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Molecule Description
Vitamin B3 / Nicotinic Acid / Niacin is a nutritional supplement. It is used to treat pellagra (vitamin B3 deficiency) and skin conditions such as large blisters on the skin (bullous pemphigoid), blistering disease and hyperpigmentation. It is also used in combination with a statin to lower cholesterol levels. Take Vitamin B3 / Nicotinic Acid / Niacin as advised by your doctor.
Uses
- It is used to treat vitamin B3 deficiency (pellagra).
- It is used to treat various skin conditions such as hyperpigmentation, blistering skin disease, bullous pemphigoid (large blister on the skin).
Precautions and Warnings
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are pregnant, breastfeeding or have any existing medical condition like diabetes, hypertension, kidney or liver problem, etc be sure to consult your doctor
- You are on other medications, supplements or following any complementary or integrative health approaches.
- You should not take Vitamin B3 / Nicotinic Acid / Niacin if you are allergic to any of its components.
- You are going to undergo any surgery or operation. You may be asked to stop taking these products at least 2-3 weeks ahead of the procedure.
- You should avoid consuming too much alcohol.
- You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.
- Vitamin supplements are intended to supplement the diets of some people and should not be a substitute for a well-balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.
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