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Suggest Treatment For Side Effects Of Niacin

i am on alot of medication one in particular is niacin 500mg every time i take this one i feel like I m on fire all over i can feel it flowing through my veins, my face & like something crawling in my head, it burns so bad if makes my lips feel like i was bitten by a spider and its swelling up,
Mon, 13 Feb 2017
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Hello,
I understand your concern. Flushing is a very common side effect of niacin (vitamin B3) and while it can be unpleasant it is harmless and no cause for concern. It does not last long and enduring it is a small price to pay compared to the benefits of taking vitamin B3 which is a heart protector. It has been proven that starting niacin at a lower dose and then increase it gradually over time, drinking a lot of water and eating before intake help decrease flushing symptoms.
However, you are free to stop using it, even though I would not recommend it.

Wishing you all the best.
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Suggest Treatment For Side Effects Of Niacin

Hello, I understand your concern. Flushing is a very common side effect of niacin (vitamin B3) and while it can be unpleasant it is harmless and no cause for concern. It does not last long and enduring it is a small price to pay compared to the benefits of taking vitamin B3 which is a heart protector. It has been proven that starting niacin at a lower dose and then increase it gradually over time, drinking a lot of water and eating before intake help decrease flushing symptoms. However, you are free to stop using it, even though I would not recommend it. Wishing you all the best.