Niacin is also called vitamin B3, or vitamin PP. Its molecular formula is: C6H5NO2. It is heat-resistant and can sublimate. Niacin is also known as niacin and anti-skin factor. Also included in the human body are its derivatives nicotinamide or nicotinamide. It is one of the 13 essential vitamins for the human body. It is a water-soluble vitamin and belongs to the vitamin B family.

The effects of niacin:

1. Niacin has a strong effect on dilating peripheral blood vessels and is clinically used to treat headaches, migraines, tinnitus, inner ear vertigo, etc.

2. Niacin is a vitamin drug. Together with nicotinamide, it is collectively known as vitamin PP. It is used to fight pellagra. It can also be used as a blood dilator and is widely used as an additive in food and feed.

3. As a pharmaceutical intermediate, it is used in the production of isoniazid, nicotinamide, nicotinic acid and inositol nicotinate.

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Side effects of niacin:

1. Niacin that can be ingested in food has no known risks, but it is in the form of health products Ingestion of large doses often causes side effects (above 50 mg or more).

2. Common side effects are hot flashes (niacin flush) on the face, chest, neck and other parts of the body, which are mainly caused by blood vessel dilation and are often accompanied by stinging and burning sensations. As the body adapts It will gradually subside later.

3. Other mild side effects include gastrointestinal discomfort, flatus, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, etc.

4. When the dose is greater than a few grams per day, serious adverse reactions that may occur include liver damage, gout, digestive tract ulcers, irregular heartbeat, loss of vision and other serious problems.

What are the effects and side effects of niacin?