Niacinamide Extended-Release Tablets

Name: Niacinamide Extended-Release Tablets

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Niacinamide Extended-Release Tablets?

  • Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine (niacinamide extended-release tablets). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
  • If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), you will need to watch your blood sugar closely.
  • Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
  • This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine (niacinamide extended-release tablets).
  • Follow the diet and workout plan that your doctor told you about.
  • Avoid or limit drinking alcohol to less than 3 drinks a day. Drinking too much alcohol may raise your chance of liver disease. Alcohol may cause more flushing.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine (niacinamide extended-release tablets) while you are pregnant.
  • Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

How is this medicine (Niacinamide Extended-Release Tablets) best taken?

Use this medicine (niacinamide extended-release tablets) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

  • Take this medicine (niacinamide extended-release tablets) with food.
  • Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
  • Avoid alcohol, hot drinks, or spicy foods when it is time to take this medicine (niacinamide extended-release tablets).

What do I do if I miss a dose?

  • Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
  • If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
  • Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

  • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Signs of high blood sugar like confusion, feeling sleepy, more thirst, more hungry, passing urine more often, flushing, fast breathing, or breath that smells like fruit.
  • Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes.
  • Muscle pain or weakness.
  • Chest pain or pressure.
  • Dizziness or passing out.
  • Shortness of breath.
  • Sweating a lot.

How do I store and/or throw out Niacinamide Extended-Release Tablets?

  • Store at room temperature.
  • Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
  • Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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