To perform various functions like functioning of the nervous system, to release and metabolism of fats, proteins and healthy skin, cell respiration, for normal secretion of bile and stomach fluids, carbohydrates and also for synthesis of sex hormones, synthesis of cortisone, and thyroxin Vitamin B3 plays a very important role. Vitamin B3 ios also used for the the treatment of mental illness like schizophrenia and also for memory-enhancer. Niacin is the other name for Vitamin B3. Vitamin B3 is one of the B-complex vitamins.

To improves the blood cholesterol profile Nicotinic acid (but not nicotinamide) given in drug dosage and it is also used to clear the body of organic poisons, such as certain insecticides. Mental alertness is reported by the people when this vitamin is in sufficient quantity in the body. Early sign of vitamin B3 deficiency is Lack of appetite is an early.

The deficiency of Vitamin B3 may be mild or severe. Dizziness, diarrhea, low blood sugar, anemia, mouth sores, skin lesions, coated tongue and chronic headaches are the main causes of mild deficiency of vitamin B3. Forgetfulness, insomnia and nervousness are some psychological symptoms of vitamin B3 deficiency. Pellagra is the main disease that is caused by vitamin B3 deficiency, Pellagra is a disease that is caused by a severe and prolonged deficiency of vitamin B3.

For the treatment of high lipid level and deficiency of Vitamin B3 there are various medicine available in the market . Among all medicines available in the market Niaspan is considered to be the best, most trusted and recommended by the doctor or health care professional. This is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of high lipid level and deficiency of Vitamin B3. The main ingredient of Niaspan medicine is Nicotinic acid. Niaspan is a medicine available in form of tablets by both brand and generic name.

Before taking niaspan medicine you should know full information about the medicine in order to avoid serious side effect. You should not use Niaspan if you are allergic to this medicine or to its ingreient. People suffering from the problem like heart problem, kidney problem, increased level of blood sugar, muscle problem, liver problem, stomach ulcerations should not use Niaspan medicine as it may cause some serious side effect. Niaspan medicine is not recommended for the use by the pregnant and breast feeding mothers as it may harm the health of unborn baby or nursed child. This medicine is also used or recommended to reduce high cholesterol levels by the doctors.

If you are taking any prescription, non prescription and herbal medicine before taking Niaspan medicine you should inform your doctor . Niaspan medicine is a prescription medicine so itshould be used as prescribed by the doctor. The initial dosage of Niaspan medicine recommended for this medicine is 500 mg. This medicine should be taken with a full glass of water and the tablet should not be crushed or broken and should not be swallowed as a whole. You should not increase or decrease the dose of the medicine on your own. Keep all medicines away from the reach of the children and pet.