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Niacinamide 500 mg

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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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Niacinamide is used to support lipid profiles and skin health, though research evidence for these specific benefits is often moderate. Due to a lower safety score, users should be aware of potential side effects such as flushing or liver enzyme elevations. Clinical data for this specific formulation is limited.

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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 daily upper limit.

Label

Product Label

Label for Niacinamide 500 mg
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Label Data

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

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

500 mg NE (3125% DV)
Exceeds UL by 14.3× (UL: 35 mg) 196 studies (A:5, B:63)

Other Ingredients

Rice Flour Gelatin Magnesium Stearate
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified Nutrient
Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day with water.

Warnings & Precautions

Notice: Niacin may cause temporary skin flushing, tingling, and/or itching, especially when taken on an empty stomach. This is a natural and harmless reaction. Warning: For adults only.

Consult your physician before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Formulation Notes

A versatile form of vitamin B-3

Notice: Niacin may cause temporary skin flushing, tingling, and/or itching, especially when taken on an empty stomach.

Additional Information

Aids carbohydrate metabolism to provide the body with energy Promotes healthy joint function

Supports cardiovascular health Science-Backed Quality Since 1969

Store in a cool, dry place.

Energy and cardiovascular support

500 mg per capsule

SW052 Rev 2 09 28 18

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 87614 01052 6
DSLD Entry Date2019-06-24
Product TypeVitamin
FormCapsule
BrandSwanson
DSLD ID202285
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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