The Basics On Niacin
What is Niacin?
What are other names for Niacin?
3-CARBOXYPYRIDINE, 3-PYRIDINECARBOXYLIC ACID, 3PYRIDINECARBOXYLIC ACID, NIACIN, and NICOTINIC ACID
What is Niacin used for?
Niacinamide, also known as Nicotinamide, is the active form of vitamin B3. It is a safe, oil-soluble vitamin that offers improvements in skin fine lines/wrinkles, pigmentation spots, texture, red blotchiness, and improved skin yellowing.
How Niacin is classified
Skin-Restoring, Vitamins
Recommendations for using Niacin during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Can you take Niacin while pregnant? Limited data suggests no known risk
Niacin During Pregnancy
What we know about using Niacin while pregnant or breastfeeding
Is there an issue with taking Niacin while breastfeeding, or throughout pregnancy? Limited information available.
General safety info about Niacin from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Niacin
Paula’s Choice 10% Niacinamide Booster, Sanitas Skincare B3 Clarifying Complex, Paula’s Choice CLINICAL Niacinamide 20% Treatment; Aquis 01 Prime Water Defense PreWash, IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream Hydrating Moisturizer, IT Cosmetics Anti-Aging Armour Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.
