Product Description: Hexanicotinate FormGMO-FreeSupplementSuitable for Vegetarians/VegansInositol Hexanicotinate is a stable source of niacin. This excellent source of niacin alleviates the common "niacin deficiency" problem associated with large doses of niacin supplements. Niacin is a water-soluble B vitamin whose primary role is as a precursor to two essential biochemical coenzymes NAD and NADP. These two cofactors are involved in almost all aspects of energy production and other metabolic processes. Niacin coenzyme helps cells use carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to produce energy, and plays a key role in DNA replication and repair. Inositol hexanicotinate is a stable source of niacin. This excellent source of niacin alleviates the “niacin high” commonly seen in high-dose niacin supplements.
Product usage: Take one capsule daily as needed, preferably with a meal, or as directed by a doctor.
Ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), stearic acid (vegetable source), rice flour and silicon dioxide. This product is not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nuts. Produced in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) facility that also processes other raw materials containing these allergens.
Precautions: The upper intake limit of 35 mg per day for all forms of niacin in adults is 35 mg if flushing is a serious side effect. However, because this product is in niacin form, it does not cause a flushing reaction. High-dose niacin has been associated with liver dysfunction. This occurs most commonly with extended-release niacin, but >500 mg (usually >3 g) with any type of niacin. If you take high doses of niacin, it is recommended that you have regular blood tests to evaluate your liver function. The antituberculous drug isoniazid may increase the need for niacin. If you have liver disease, ulcers, gout, gallbladder disease, or drink alcohol, do not take high doses of niacin unless directed by a health care professional. High doses of niacin may interact with statin drugs and interfere with the absorption of tetracyclines. If you are taking tetracycline, take at least 2 hours before or after taking niacin. Natural color change may occur with this product.
Protocol for Life Balance, flushing-free niacin, 500 mg, 90 veggie capsules
