Niacin Forums (Page 2)

Is a Niacin SA Tab the same thing as a Niaspan ER Tab? ## Yes, it is just the generic for it, since Niacin is the active ingredient in Niaspan. It is a nutritional supplement, with several medical uses, including increasing levels of HDL cholesterol and reducing the risk of cardiovascular events in people at risk. It may, however, cause some side effects, such as nausea and facial flushing. Learn more: Are there any other questions?

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What are the side effects of Niacin NF ## Niacin-NF contains Inositol Nicotinate, it is a supplement that is used as a vasodilator. As such, the side effects for it have not been studied, as has been down for regular prescription medications. Some Niacin products are known to cause flushing, however, this formulation is broken down much slower, so those incidences have been greatly reduced. Since it is also a vasodilator, this could result in your being more sensitive to heat and cold, in your extremities. Are there any other questions?

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red (2 piece) capsule X12 with small TM at top/side by the "2" ## X12 is a diet pill sold by GNC stores, it use supplements that are claimed to help with weight loss. It contains Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Caffeine, Bioperene, Capsimax and Capsicum Fruit Extract. They claim it as a proprietary blend, so the exact amounts aren't listed. As such, they are not actually proven to work, but they do seem to sell very well. Are there any questions or comments?

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someone gave it to me and told me that it is Niacin, there is absolutely nothing on the pill. It is smooth on both sides. ## If there is no imprint, it is going to be very difficult to narrow down what this is. We can rule it out as being a U.S. prescription medication, since they all must have markings to enable their identification. However, it could be an over the counter item or even a foreign medication. Many supplements look like this, including Niacin and have no markings. Was it given to you by someone who obtained it in the U.S.?

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clear capsule with white powder no imprint code ## Possibly Niacin, Vitamin B-3, one of a few unmarked white capsules. It's used by the body as a co-enzyme for energy metabolism. Supposedly helps nervous, digestive, and cardiovascular systems. Used widely for drug detoxifications, increased metabolism...

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what would this be used for?? ## Niacin, also known as vitamin B3 or nicotinic acid, is an organic compound and is one of between 40 to 80 essential human nutrients. Severe deficiency of niacin in the diet causes the disease Pellagra. More details about this medication are available at: Do you have any other quesitons or information to add? Please post back if you do...

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pink oblong tablet with a split line on one side and 500 on the other side ## Located a match to a dark pink pill with 500 on one side and a scored mark on the other, it's Niacin 500 mgs. This is also known as vitamin B3 or nicotinic acid, is an organic compound with the formula C5H4NCO2H. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or informaiton to add? Please post back if you do.

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white & blue with red stripe ## Niacin, Vitamin B3 Niacin 500 mg, Tablets 240 ea As a dietary supplement for adults, take one tablet daily. Store in a cool, dry place. Ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Cellulose, Food Glaze, Whole Brown Rice (Oryza sativa) Warnings: Niacin may cause a temporary flushing reaction. Niacin may aggravate some medical conditions, therefore, persons should consult their physician before using this product.

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