What is No Flush Niacin: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

No Flush Niacin overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Actiflovit, Actitrom, Actitrom-D, Adult 50 Plus Eye Health, Advanced Eye Health, Alga-K, Alive! Multi-Vitamins Adult Gummies, Animi-3, Apetex, Apetigen, Apetigen Plus, Ascocid-1000, B3-500, BP Vit 3, Bromase, Allbee w/C, Av-Vite FB, Av-Vite FB Forte, B6-Folic Acid, Balanced B50, B-Compleet, B-Complex-50, B Complex with C, Carlson Homocysteine Guard, Cerefolin, Deplin 15, Deplin 7.5, Eligen B12, FaBB, Folast

Generic Names:

  • No Flush Niacin

Uses:

  • Given to people who need more vitamins in their diet. Nutriceuticals are substances that are generally believed (but not proven) to increase health and well-being., Supplies your body with B vitamins. You might need extra B vitamins because of an illness or other medicines that you are using. You might not be getting enough B vitamins from the food you eat, or for other reasons.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Vitamin Combination, Antidote, Antihyperlipidemic, Appetite Suppressant, Centrally Acting, Endocrine-Metabolic Agent, Lipotrophic Combination, Nutriceutical, Nutritive Agent, Probiotic, Vitamin/Mineral/Nutriceutical Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin/Nutriceutical Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin B Combination, Antihyperlipidemic, Digestant, Nutritive Agent, Vitamin/Nutriceutical Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin B Combination, Vitamin Combination, Adult Formula, Vitamin Combination, Prenatal Formula

Forms:

  • Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Chewable Tablet, Liquid Filled Capsule, Liquid, Capsule, Long Acting Capsule, Wafer, Chewable Tablet, Liquid Mixture, Spray, Powder, Tablet, Liquid, Long Acting Tablet, Capsule

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth, By mouth

What is No Flush Niacin used for?

What form(s) does No Flush Niacin come in

  • Tablet

  • Long Acting Tablet

  • Chewable Tablet

  • Liquid Filled Capsule

  • Liquid

  • Capsule

  • Long Acting Capsule

  • Wafer

  • Chewable Tablet

  • Liquid Mixture

  • Spray

  • Powder

  • Tablet

  • Liquid

  • Long Acting Tablet

  • Capsule

What are common No Flush Niacin doses?

  • Bottle 60 Capsules

Common No Flush Niacin prescriptions

  • No Flush Niacin
    30 tablets bottle

  • No Flush Niacin
    60 tablets bottle

How to take No Flush Niacin

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

  • The chewable tablet must be chewed completely before you swallow it.

  • Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. You might need to shake the liquid just before you use it.

  • Swallow the extended-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

  • The chewable tablet must be chewed completely before you swallow it.

  • Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. You might need to shake the liquid just before you use it.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Oral routeCarefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Swallow the tablet, extended-release tablet, extended-release capsule, capsule, or liquid-filled capsule whole. Do not break, chew, or crush it.

  • Chew the chewable tablet thoroughly before you swallow it.

  • Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

  • Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

  • Chew the chewable tablet thoroughly before you swallow it.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Swallow the tablet, extended-release tablet, extended-release capsule, capsule, or liquid-filled capsule whole. Do not break, chew, or crush it.

What to do if you miss a dose of No Flush Niacin

  • It is generally not harmful if you miss a dose of a vitamin supplement. Take it as soon as you remember. Do not take two doses at one time.

  • Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

  • Missing a dose of a vitamin supplement is usually not a cause for concern.

  • Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

No Flush Niacin contraindications

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any kind of vitamin B.

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients. If you are not sure what the ingredients are, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use this medicine if you are under 18 years old.

No Flush Niacin warnings

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or kidney disease.

  • Multivitamins can turn urine bright yellow and stools a darker color. This is normal.

  • If you are pregnant or breast feeding, ask your doctor what vitamins are best for you to use.

  • Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of kidney stones. Make sure your doctor knows if you have a bleeding disorder. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, low-blood sugar, rheumatoid arthritis, or any other problems with your immune system.

  • You should not use certain brands of this medicine if you have kidney disease or are on dialysis, because they may harm your kidneys. Ask your caregiver what brands are best for you.

  • You should not use more of a multivitamin than your doctor has ordered or more than the package label recommends. Some vitamins can build up in your body and can be harmful.

  • This medicine might contain phenylalanine (aspartame). This is only a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids). If you have this condition, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.

No Flush Niacin interactions

  • Ask your doctor before you take this supplement. There are many drugs that can interact with supplements. Make sure your doctor knows about all other medicines you are using.

  • Talk with your doctor before you take this supplement if you are using a blood thinner such as aspirin or warfarin (Coumadin®). Make sure your doctor knows if you are using a medicine to lower cholesterol such as lovastatin, Lescol®, Lipitor®, Pravachol®, or Zocor®.

  • You should not use certain brands of this medicine if you have kidney disease or are on dialysis, because they may harm your kidneys. Ask your caregiver what brands are best for you.

  • You should not use more of a multivitamin than your doctor has ordered or more than the package label recommends. Some vitamins can build up in your body and can be harmful.

  • Multivitamins can turn urine bright yellow and stools a darker color. This is normal.

  • Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.

  • This medicine might contain phenylalanine (aspartame). This is only a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids). If you have this condition, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or kidney disease.

No Flush Niacin side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Memory loss.

  • Severe stomach pain.

  • Unusual sleepiness or dizziness.

  • Nervousness or trouble sleeping.

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Nausea, diarrhea, gas.

  • Constipation or diarrhea.

  • Nervousness or trouble sleeping.

  • Loss of appetite or unexpected weight loss.

  • Excessive hunger.

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