Ingredient

Nicotinamide 99.5%

Niacinamide is a component that helps with metabolism and maintaining health as Vitamin B3.

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OTC medication
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MFDS ingredient code M088446

What does it do?

Niacinamide is a water-soluble vitamin belonging to the Vitamin B3 family. It plays an important role in energy production and cellular metabolism in the body, and is used in pharmaceuticals to prevent and supplement vitamin deficiency.

Niacinamide acts as a precursor to coenzymes NAD and NADP in the body, assisting in energy metabolism and cellular functions. This helps facilitate metabolism and alleviates symptoms caused by Vitamin B3 deficiency.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Niacinamide is one form of Vitamin B3, like niacin, which tends to have less skin irritation and is less burdensome on the stomach. Compared to other forms of Vitamin B3, it has fewer side effects and is widely used as a supplement.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

Ingredients used together with this ingredient in combination products.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.