Niacin SR 120t Sustained Release Tablets

Description

Niacin SR 120t by NuMedica – Cellular Energy Support with Sustained Release Niacin

Niacin SR tablets by NuMedica provide vitamin B3 in a sustained release tablet, with 120 tablets per bottle. This sustained release niacin formula supplies 500 mg niacin as nicotinic acid per tablet, rather than a combination of several B vitamins.

Vitamin B3 helps the body use energy from food by supplying material for essential cellular coenzymes. The sustained release format changes how the ingredient is delivered; it does not remove niacin's precautions. This concentrated formula is best considered with a healthcare practitioner, particularly because its amount is substantially higher than routine daily nutritional requirements.

Key Niacin SR 120t Benefits

Supports normal cellular energy metabolism by providing a vitamin used to form the coenzymes that help cells obtain usable energy from food.
Contributes to the body's normal processing of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins through niacin-dependent reactions that take place throughout the body.
Supplies a precursor for coenzymes involved in normal cellular maintenance and communication, complementing niacin obtained from food.

How Niacin SR 120t Works

After absorption, nicotinic acid can enter pathways that produce NAD, a reusable helper molecule inside cells. NAD accepts and transfers electrons during the steps that turn food into ATP, the usable energy that powers cellular work. This is why niacin contributes to cellular energy metabolism; it is not a stimulant and does not supply calories itself.

A related coenzyme, NADP, participates in building molecules and maintaining cellular antioxidant systems. These complementary roles connect niacin to both the breakdown and use of nutrients. More niacin is not automatically better: the 500 mg tablet is a concentrated option, not an invitation to replace a balanced diet or increase the dose independently.

Key Functional Ingredients Include:

Niacin (Nicotinic Acid): Supplies a building block for NAD and NADP, coenzymes that assist nutrient metabolism. By helping transfer energy during cellular reactions, niacin supports the normal use of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Its nicotinic acid form can cause flushing, including in a sustained release formula.

Niacin SR 120t Is Formulated For

Adults whose healthcare practitioner has selected a concentrated nicotinic acid supplement rather than a broad B-complex formula.
People comparing niacin products who specifically need a sustained release tablet and can follow its meal-time directions and precautions.

This is not a routine children's vitamin. The label excludes use during pregnancy and with gout, diabetes, or liver dysfunction.

Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner before starting a new supplement. Ready to find the right fit? Access Now to schedule a consultation with our licensed wellness professionals at Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Numedica collection.

Recommendation: Take one tablet with a meal 1-2 times per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container: 120

Amount Per Serving:
Niacin (Nicotinic Acid) ... 500 mg

NuMedica
Advancing Nutrition

Other Ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Vegetarian Coating, Silica

Does Not Contain: Milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy.
GF Gluten-free

Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

Warnings/Cautions: Temporary flushing, itching or warming of the skin may occur.
Do not use if you have gout, diabetes, liver dysfunction or are pregnant.
Keep out of reach of children.

Additional niacin precautions: High-dose nicotinic acid can cause digestive upset, dizziness, low blood pressure, changes in blood glucose or uric acid, and liver injury; sustained release forms warrant particular caution about liver effects. Medication review is important, especially with statins, blood glucose medicines, isoniazid, or pyrazinamide. Ask your healthcare practitioner about appropriate monitoring and do not switch niacin forms or increase your dose on your own.

Frequently Asked Questions About Niacin SR 120t

What are the benefits of Niacin SR 120t?

Niacin SR 120t supplies 500 mg of niacin as nicotinic acid per tablet. Niacin supports normal energy metabolism by helping the body form NAD and NADP, coenzymes used in processing nutrients and maintaining cells. NuMedica provides this nutrient in a sustained release format rather than a multi-ingredient B-complex. The practical distinction is the delivery format and concentrated amount, not a promise of extra energy or freedom from flushing. A healthcare practitioner should determine whether this strength fits your needs.

Who should take Niacin SR 120t?

Niacin SR 120t is an option for adults whose healthcare practitioner has specifically selected a 500 mg sustained release nicotinic acid supplement. It is not interchangeable with a low-dose multivitamin or a different niacin form. The label says not to use it if you have gout, diabetes, liver dysfunction, or are pregnant. Review medicines and other niacin-containing supplements before starting. Its directions specify one tablet with a meal 1-2 times per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Are there any side effects of taking Niacin SR 120t?

Caution: Temporary flushing, itching or warming of the skin may occur. Do not use if you have gout, diabetes, liver dysfunction or are pregnant. Keep out of reach of children. Sustained release does not eliminate niacin's risks. High-dose nicotinic acid can also cause digestive upset, dizziness, low blood pressure, blood glucose or uric acid changes, and liver injury. Have your practitioner review medicines, especially statins, blood glucose medicines, isoniazid, or pyrazinamide. Ask about monitoring and do not increase your dose or switch niacin forms independently. These precautions matter even if flushing is mild or absent.

How does Niacin SR 120t support overall health?

The niacin in Niacin SR 120t contributes to the coenzymes cells use to handle nutrients. NAD helps transfer energy from food into ATP, while NADP supports the building of molecules and normal cellular antioxidant systems. These are nutritional roles shared by vitamin B3, not evidence that a higher intake produces greater benefits. Each tablet supplies 500 mg, so choosing this product should involve its strength, sustained release format, label restrictions, and your practitioner's assessment rather than simply adding more B vitamins.