Drug reference
vitamin b3
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Drug class
Gastrointestinal Tract (Supplements)
Mechanism of action
Component of two coenzymes necessary for lipid metabolism, tissue respiration, glycogenolysis, inhibition of very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) synthesis, May increaase chylomicron triglyceride removal from plasma
Common side effects
- Pruritus
- Reversible increase in serum aminotransferase
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is vitamin b3?
vitamin b3 belongs to: Gastrointestinal Tract.
How does vitamin b3 work?
Component of two coenzymes necessary for lipid metabolism, tissue respiration, glycogenolysis, inhibition of very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) synthesis, May increaase chylomicron triglyceride removal from plasma
What are the common side effects of vitamin b3?
Pruritus, Reversible increase in serum aminotransferase, Diarrhea
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