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Niacin 250 mg

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  • Niacin: 250mg is 7.1× 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 metabolic function, with strong evidence for its role in lipid management. However, the safety score indicates potential concerns, as high doses may cause flushing or liver enzyme elevations. Users should be aware of these possible adverse reactions.

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Safety Alerts

Niacin: 250mg is 7.1× the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (35mg)

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This product received a low safety score because the amount of Niacin exceeds the recommended daily upper limit by over seven times.

Label

Product Label

Label for Niacin 250 mg
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Label Data

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

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

250 mg (1560% DV)
Exceeds UL by 7.1× (UL: 35 mg) 196 studies (A:5, B:63)

Other Ingredients

Gelatin Sucrose Starch Magnesium Silicate Pharmaceutical Glaze
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) capsule daily, preferably with a meal.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: This product contains niacin, which should be taken with food. If taken on an empty stomach, niacin may cause temporary flushing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper evident Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.

Formulation Notes

Gluten free Dairy free Soy free Nut free

Does Not Contain: Wheat, gluten, salt, soy, dairy, citrus, fish, preservatives, or flavors.

Warning: This product contains niacin, which should be taken with food.

Additional Information

Vitamin Cholesterol

Actual size

Niacin supports cholesterol levels already within the normal range.

Store in a cool, dry place.

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Item No. VS-1209 1040807 FR 1

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 66536 01209 1
DSLD Entry Date2017-10-21
Product TypeVitamin
FormCapsule
BrandThe Vitamin Shoppe
DSLD ID79767
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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