Life Extension Vitamin B3 Niacin 1000 mg
Brand: Life Extension · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that this product contains 1000 mg of niacin (vitamin B3), but the data provided does not contain specific information about niacin’s benefits or risks. The only ingredient with detailed data is calcium, not niacin. Therefore, our assessment is limited: we cannot confirm the specific health effects of this niacin supplement based on the data provided.
How it works
Based on the data provided, no mechanism of action is available for niacin. For calcium, which is not the primary ingredient here, the data shows it supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Data not available for how niacin works.
Safety profile
The FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports for all supplements, but specific report counts for this product or niacin are not available in the provided data [FDA data]. For calcium, the data notes that high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. No side effect data for niacin is provided.
Our recommendation
Because the data provided does not include information on niacin’s efficacy, dosing, or side effects, we cannot make a confident recommendation for this specific product. Data not available to support a recommendation for Life Extension Vitamin B3 Niacin 1000 mg. Consult your healthcare provider before taking any high-dose supplement.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Life Extension |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide