NICOTINAMIDE

Nicotinamide is a derivative of Vitamin B3 and is included in the coenzymes nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADP). These two play an important role in cell metabolism such as in the building and repair of body tissues, fat metabolism and glucose metabolism. It also has anti-inflammatory effects.

It is now being used as a dietary supplement and as a treatment for acne. Is available in oral and skin formulations, as well as an injectable preparation along with other B vitamins.

Uses

Nicotinamide is used in the treatment of the following:

Treatment of nicotinic acid deficiency

Warning

Do not give Nicotinamide in people with the following conditions:

Patients suffering from severe shock
Hyperkalemia
Severe disturbances of liver or kidney function
Disturbances of amino acid metabolism.

Side Effects

Nicotinamide may have the following side effects:

Dry skin (topical)
Jaundice
Chronic liver damage
Abnormal prothrombin time
Hypoalbuminemia
Irritation
Pruritus
Erythema
Burning sensation (topical)

Precautions

Precautions

Take extra caution in patients with the following medical conditions:

Patient with liver disease
Peptic ulcer
Children
Pregnancy and lactation

Interactions

Nicotinamide may interact with the following medicines:

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors

Overdose & Brands

If you think you may have used this medicine more than the usual dosage, seek medical help immediately.

Available Brands:

Papulex (skin), Amino-Max, Aminovit, AminoVita, Aronamin-C Plus, B-Colen, Beclex-IV, Benutrex C, Berocca Performance, Bicotex-B, BioBita, Biotermin AS, Meganerve E