Overview

Nicotinamide riboside is a member of the vitamin B3 family, which also includes niacin and niacinamide. It's found in fruits, vegetables, meat, and milk.

Nicotinamide riboside is changed in the body to a chemical called NAD+. The body needs NAD+ for many processes to work normally. Low levels can cause health problems. Taking nicotinamide riboside can help raise low NAD+ levels.

People use nicotinamide riboside for anti-aging effects, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, Alzheimer disease, obesity, and many other purposes, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Don't confuse nicotinamide riboside with niacin, niacinamide, or NADH. These are all related but are not the same.



Uses & Effectiveness

We currently have no information for Nicotinamide Riboside overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Nicotinamide riboside chloride is possibly safe when used in doses up to 300 mg daily. Side effects are usually mild and might include nausea, bloating, and skin problems such as itching and sweating.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Nicotinamide riboside chloride is possibly safe when used in doses up to 300 mg daily. Side effects are usually mild and might include nausea, bloating, and skin problems such as itching and sweating.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Nicotinamide riboside chloride is possibly safe when used in doses up to 230 mg by mouth daily while pregnant or breast-feeding.

Interactions

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Medications for high blood pressure (Antihypertensive drugs) interacts with Nicotinamide Riboside

    Nicotinamide riboside might lower blood pressure. Taking nicotinamide riboside along with medications that lower blood pressure might cause blood pressure to go too low. Monitor your blood pressure closely.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of nicotinamide riboside might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
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