Solgar Niacin (Vitamin B3) 100mg 100 Tablets
Solgar Niacin (Vitamin B3) 100mg 100 Tablets
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Description
Solgar Niacin (Vitamin B3) 100mg 100 Tablets is a food supplement providing 100 mg of niacin as nicotinic acid in each tablet. Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and with one tablet a day the pack covers 100 days.
Key Features
- 100 mg niacin per tablet: Each tablet provides 100 mg NE of niacin (vitamin B3, as nicotinic acid), which is 625% of the nutrient reference value.
- Nicotinic acid form: The niacin comes as nicotinic acid, the form that can cause temporary skin flushing.
- One tablet a day with meals: Adults take 1 tablet daily with meals, so 100 tablets last 100 days.
- Vegan and vegetarian: Solgar lists the tablets as vegan, vegetarian, kosher and gluten-free.
- Free from common additives: The label states the tablets are free of gluten, wheat, dairy, soya, yeast, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavours and colours.
What does niacin do in the body?
Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, normal functioning of the nervous system, normal psychological function, the maintenance of normal mucous membranes and normal skin, and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
Will Solgar Niacin 100mg make my skin flush?
It may. Solgar states that this product may cause temporary skin flushing, which feels like heat and skin redness, along with burning, itching or rash. Solgar explains this is caused by an increase in blood flow near the skin.
Can I take Solgar Niacin 100mg during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Solgar states that this product is not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women.
Ingredients
Active ingredient (per tablet): Niacin 100 mg NE (vitamin B3, as nicotinic acid), 625% NRV.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agents (vegetable stearic acid, vegetable magnesium stearate), cellulose gum.
Free from: Gluten, wheat, dairy, soya, yeast, preservatives, sweeteners, artificial flavours and colours.
Usage and Instructions
Adults: take 1 tablet daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Do not take on an empty stomach.
Warnings
Please note the following precautions:
- Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women.
- Consult a healthcare practitioner before taking this product if you are taking any medication or have a medical condition.
- Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
- The NHS advises that taking high doses of nicotinic acid supplements for a long time could lead to liver damage. It also states that 17 mg or less of nicotinic acid supplements a day is unlikely to cause harm.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Do not use if the outer bottle seal is missing or damaged.
Side Effects
This product may cause temporary skin flushing (feeling hot and skin redness), burning, itching or rash. This list is not exhaustive.
Some sensitive individuals may experience dizziness or an unexpected drop in blood pressure.
