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Is it possible to OD on Niacin I've heard since its a vitamin you just urinate out all the excess No real damage done or possibility of dying right?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 11/14/2022

Wrong. It is indeed possible to overdose on niacin. The fact that it's a vitamin does not make it "safe." Massive doses of niacin can put you in the hospital, and can cause liver damage, liver failure and even death. See the Related Question below.

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∙ 14y ago

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Is niacin a vitamin or mineral?

yes niacin is a kind of vitamin

What is another name for Vitamin B7?

The scientific name for vitamin b1 is Thiamine.

Scientific name for vitamin b3?

Vitamin B3 is Niacin

What Vitamin contains niacin?

No, Niacin doesn't have vitamin B12 but it does have B3.

Which vitamin can be made from the amino acid tryptophan?

Niacin is the vitamin that made from tryptophan...

How do you take niacin?

Niacin is available in Walgreens. It is a vitamin B3 tablet and it is used to improve the cholesterol levels.

What vitamin aids in conversion of tryptophan niacin?

Vitamin B6 aids the conversion of tryptophan to niacin

Is niacin causes hematoma?

No. Niacin is a vitamin. Nicotinic acid

What is the generic for niacin?

Niacin is the generic name for Vitamin B3

Is Niacin a macro-mineral?

No, niacin is not a mineral at all. It is a vitamin.

What will make you fail a drug test for niacin?

No, niacin is a natural vitamin found in many foods you eat.

What is the main vitamin in a pineapple?

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