BulkSupplements.com Niacin (Vitamin B3)
Brand: BulkSupplements.com · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: This product is niacin (Vitamin B3), but the only data available for its active ingredient is for calcium, not niacin. Based on the provided information, we cannot evaluate the benefits or risks of this specific niacin supplement. The evidence shows that calcium, an entirely different nutrient, supports bone density and nerve signaling [NIH ODS].
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural component for your skeleton and a signaling molecule for your muscles and nerves. It supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation, helping your muscles relax and your nerves send messages properly [NIH ODS].
Safety profile
FDA has received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplements. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High calcium levels in your blood and urine can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent need to urinate, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Since the data provided is only for calcium, and not for the actual ingredient in this product (niacin), our recommendation is limited. Do not use this product as a calcium supplement. For niacin, data is not available. We cannot make a recommendation for this specific supplement based on the information provided. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | BulkSupplements.com |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 100.0 Gram(s) 3.5 Oz(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