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Niacin 500 mg

product on market Other (e.g. tea bag) Vitamin World Safety: 60/100
60/100

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  • Niacin: 500mg is 14.3× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (35mg)
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What the Evidence Says

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Niacin is used to support cholesterol levels and cardiovascular health, with strong evidence supporting its role in lipid management. However, the limited evidence coverage for this specific formulation and a safety score of 60 suggest potential concerns regarding adverse reactions. Users should be aware of possible side effects such as flushing.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

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Safety Alerts

Niacin: 500mg is 14.3× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (35mg)

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This product received a low safety score because the amount of Niacin is over 14 times higher than the recommended upper limit for daily intake.

Label

Product Label

Label for Niacin 500 mg
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Details

Label Data

1 Caplet(s)
Serving Size
Vitamin
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

500 mg (2500% DV)
Exceeds UL by 14.3× (UL: 35 mg) 196 studies (A:5, B:63)

Other Ingredients

Vegetable Cellulose Dicalcium Phosphate Croscarmellose Stearic Acid Silica Vegetable Magnesium Stearate Vegetable Cellulose Coating
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

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Product Information

Directions for Use

DIRECTIONS: For adults, take one (1) caplet daily, preferably with a meal.

Warnings & Precautions

NOTICE: Use of this product may cause skin flushing, burning, itching, or rash. Do not take on an empty stomach.

WARNING: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Formulation Notes

No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Starch, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish, Sodium Free.

Vegetarian Vitamin Supplement

Additional Information

Vitamin World products are subject to critically stringent quality assurance analysis. Our state-of-the-art laboratory, manufacturing and packaging facilities insure the highest quality nutritional supplements money can buy. Your health & safety are our first priority!

QA QUALITY ASSURED

Promotes Energy Metabolism* Supports Heart Health*

Store in a cool, dry place.

PROD. #18645 B18645 00A

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Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 66443 18645 8
DSLD Entry Date2011-10-26
Product TypeVitamin
FormOther (e.g. tea bag)
BrandVitamin World
DSLD ID1488
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

241
Research Sources
55
Avg Quality
113
Meta Analysis
75
Systematic Review
32
Rct
11
Clinical Trial
3
Other
3
Regulatory Source
1
Cochrane Review
1
Narrative Review
1
Openfda Safety
A Niacin for primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular events
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
A Use of high potency statins and rates of admission for acute kidney injury: multicenter, retrospective observational analysis of administrative databases
Meta Analysis BMJ (Clinical research ed.) 2013 PubMed DOI
A Effect on cardiovascular risk of high density lipoprotein targeted drug treatments niacin, fibrates, and CETP inhibitors: meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials including 117,411 patients
Meta Analysis BMJ (Clinical research ed.) 2014 PubMed DOI
A A terminal metabolite of niacin promotes vascular inflammation and contributes to cardiovascular disease risk
Meta Analysis Nature medicine 2024 PubMed DOI
A Meta-analysis and imputation refines the association of 15q25 with smoking quantity
Meta Analysis Nature genetics 2010 PubMed DOI
A Genome-wide meta-analyses identify multiple loci associated with smoking behavior
Meta Analysis Nature genetics 2010 PubMed DOI
A Antidepressants for smoking cessation
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2014 PubMed DOI
A Topical azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, sulphur, zinc and fruit acid (alpha-hydroxy acid) for acne
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
B Assessment of the Role of Niacin in Managing Cardiovascular Disease Outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Meta Analysis JAMA network open 2019 PubMed DOI
B Association Between Lowering LDL-C and Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Among Different Therapeutic Interventions: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Meta Analysis JAMA 2016 PubMed DOI
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