Twinlab Niacin B-3 1000mg Capsules, 120 Count

My doctor prescribed a statin drug for my high cholesterol and triglycerides. But the statin caused my muscles and joints to ache. I would be awakened with aching thigh muscles, then hand and side aches. When I told her about this she said for me to keep trying it because the statins did bring down those numbers significantly. But who wants to go through life hurting! So I researched homeopathic remedies and came upon the advice to take Niacin. I also found how much I was to take for it to be effective. The dosage is quite high at 3500 to 4600 mg per day. Obviously I had to build my tolerance by taking smaller dosages and increasing it as my body adjusted. At first I tried the flush free type but it didn't work at all. I'd read that taking time released is not good for the liver, so i looked for regular Niacin and found this vendor. I started with 100mg per day and within a month and a half I'd gotten up to 4000mg per day. I've been on that dosage for two years now and it has kept my cholesterol and triglycerides in check. My new doctor expressed compliments that I'd research and found my own remedy. He agreed that I shouldn't take statins considering their negative impact on my body. And he is very pleased with the results I'm achieving. His one worry is that Niacin is not known for protecting the heart the way statins supposedly do. So I take a large dose of krill oil each day and my HDL went up to the 80s which means my heart is being protected. The price and convenience of ordering 1000mg capsules is why I get these through Amazon. The quality is obviously there with my results these past two years. I highly recommend this product.

I had a blood panel reading done a few years ago and found out that the bad cholesterol readings were higher than usual. The doctor suggested that I should start taking statins for lowering the high LDL count. I was determined to lower this reading through natural means and started reading voraciously on the subject. It seems that higher amounts of Niacin has a positive effect on lowering bad cholesterol, in fact one of the few supplements that has actually received positive comments from health professionals as well.After using this product diligently for two years, I have lowered by bad cholesterol and boosted the HDL cholesterol.I used it in conjunction with fish oil supplements, cinnamon, exercising, and changing my diet, It has worked for me and the subsequent blood panel results have shown improved readings.Many folks use this in conjunction with statins but as usual I would consult your own doctor before using supplements or any medication. I am not a medical professional.This product does however cause some flushing at times. However, the flushing is inconsistent and does not happen every day. I found that it was more pronounced when I started taking the dosage but decreased as the body got used to it.I find that the price is very reasonable and using the subscribe and save options brings it down even more.

I take high dose niacin b/c of niacin dependency. I usually use Bulk Supplements pure niacin powder but bought these tablets for convenience while traveling. If there is ANY niacin in these tablets, I couldn't tell. I took them for two of my three daily doses. There was no flush and no alleviation of symptoms. The next morning, I went back to the powdered niacin and got a severe flush, a sure sign that histamines had built back up due to low niacin levels. Either this is a bad batch or Twinlab needs to examine the practices of its manufacturers (probably some poison from China.) My question is: what is in these pills because it isn't niacin?

In 2009 I registered a higher than my normal cholesterol count, and my doctor started in with the lecturing. I did my research to find a natural way to lower my cholesterol and Niacin appeared to be the answer. Now I find that one of the drug companies adds a little something to Niacin, in fact changes it to the non -flush type which is contra indicated due to possible liver damage, and of course they are making big profits selling this as a new "drug."When I went to have a physical the following year, my choleterol was better than it ever had been! As of now, in 2014 my numbers continue to be great. I take 3 1000 mg capsule every night with my calcium pills. I find that niacin is a natural sleep inducer for me along with the calcium/magnesium blend that I take.The price of my usual Twinlab 100 count (glass bottle) has gone up quite a lot, so I was happy to find this Add On deal. I do prefer the glass bottle which ensures the integrity of the product, but I'm sure the plastic is probably okay too.As for the flush - I hardly notice the minimal flushing I get now. Do not take on an empty stomach and consistently take these supplements. I did not "taper up" - I researched what dose would be good for me and I went for it, and I can tell you that the first couple of weeks were pretty rough.... very tight face, bright red face and extremities. Painful burning and itching of face and extremities. I definitely recommend easing up into your correct does.

Be careful, 1000mg is strong stuff. It will cause a strong niacin flush. In terms of cholesterol, metabolism, and circulation, I believe this works really well, you feel it. I just worry about the impact to your liver. Ended up moving to a lower strength dose. I'd really only use something this strong under legitimately tight medical supervision (like regular liver function tests).