Nicotinic and butyric acids in the treatment of mental disorders

Composition of Nicotinic acid tablets

Each tablet contains 50 mg of nicotinic acid. The excipients are:

• calcium stearate;
• corn starch;
• sugar;
• talc.

The tablets are white, made in a classic round shape. If a person’s daily diet does not contain enough products containing Vitamin B3, it is necessary to resort to a dietary supplement in the form of tablets.

Nicotinic acid is found naturally in the following foods:

• beef or pork liver;
• red meat;
• soy;
• young peas;
• yeast.

To provide the body with nicotinic acid, you need to consume 150 g of liver or 200 g of meat daily, and also prepare dishes with the addition of green peas.

Tablet forms, available in 10 or 50 pieces per package, help compensate for the lack of vitamin.

Indications, contraindications and adverse reactions

The drug has indications and contraindications, and can also cause adverse reactions.

Indications

The drug is recommended for the following problems:

• Nicotinic acid for hair growth: the effect is achieved by awakening dormant follicles.
• Nicotine in the absence of shine and early gray hair: helps moisturize the hair along the entire length, making it smoother and shiny. It also affects the production of special substances that make the color of curls rich.

• Nicotine for dandruff: vitamin PP has a slight drying effect, which reduces dandruff.

• Nicotinic acid for hair loss: the drug strengthens the hair follicles, so that hair stops falling out significantly.

Contraindications

Nicotine for hair is contraindicated in the following cases:

• allergy to the drug;
• scalp diseases (scabies, lichen, psoriasis, ulcers);
• arterial hypertension;
• stomach ulcer;
• serious heart and liver problems;
• history of cerebral hemorrhage;
• pregnancy, breastfeeding;
• age up to 12 years.

Indications for use of nicotinic acid

First of all, nicotinic acid is necessary for problems with blood vessels, especially with high cholesterol and low elasticity of the vascular wall. Cholesterol is dangerous due to the accumulation of plaques on the walls of arteries and veins. Over time, the accumulated layer of cholesterol significantly narrows the lumen of blood vessels, which slows down blood flow due to decreased patency of the circulatory system. In addition, a detached blood clot carries a mortal danger - ischemic stroke, which leads to necrosis of brain tissue, paralysis and loss of normal brain activity.

It is impossible to predict the presence of plaques without a special medical examination. They do not make themselves felt, especially in the initial stages of formation. And only severe deep vein thrombosis can manifest itself as asymmetrical swelling of the lower extremities, visible nodes in the veins and pain in the legs.

Inelastic vessels, especially cerebral vessels, make themselves felt with the following symptoms:

• a sharp change in body position from horizontal to vertical is accompanied by darkening of the eyes;
• headaches occur when there is a sharp change in temperature, which occurs in baths and saunas, when a person leaves the steam room and plunges into an ice bath;
• palpable pain in the eye sockets and forehead, which occurs as a reaction to bright light.

The inability of blood vessels to change their size: to expand when heated and contract when the temperature drops leads to improper thermoregulation and an imbalance in the blood supply to organs and tissues.

In addition, nicotinic acid is necessary for colitis, trophic ulcers, as well as in the presence of long-term non-healing wounds on the skin. Raynaud's disease is also a direct indication for the replenishment of nicotinic acid in the body, because it is manifested by damage to small arteries, mainly at the fingertips.

Hair mask with nicotinic acid

Based on ampoules, you can prepare strengthening and nourishing masks. Here are some recipes.

• 1 ampoule of nicotine + 1 tbsp. aloe juice;
• 1 ampoule + 1 yolk + 1 tsp. honey + 2 tbsp olive oil;
• 1 ampoule + 2-3 tbsp. vegetable (coconut, castor, flaxseed, olive, burdock) oil;
• 1 ampoule + 1 packet of white henna diluted in water according to instructions.

Apply the mask and wrap your head with a bag and a towel for 1.5-2 hours. Then rinse off.

Nicotinic acid tablets: instructions for use

It is recommended to start taking Vitamin B3 tablets with a minimum course of 50 mg of the drug per day at a time. In the absence of negative reactions, you can gradually increase the daily dose if prescribed by your doctor. For better absorption of nicotinic acid, it is necessary to take it with food, and what is important is that the food must contain fat, because Vitamin B3 is a fat-soluble substance.

In the first week of use, redness of the facial skin, a feeling of heat, and itching may occur. Symptoms usually disappear over time if the course of treatment is continued without increasing the dosage, in a stable manner.

How does it work. What effect

Vitamin PP increases blood circulation in the epidermis, due to which the hair follicles receive more nutrition and awaken.

When systematically rubbed into the scalp, nicotinic acid for hair gives the following results:

• restoration of damaged follicles, their strengthening and awakening;
• acceleration of hair growth;
• reduction of oily scalp;
• improvement of natural color and increased shine of curls.

When will the result be noticeable?

The maximum growth rate for healthy curls is 1.5 cm per month for Asians, and even less for Europeans.

Therefore, it will definitely not be possible to lengthen your hair by 3-4 cm in a month, as many online reviews promise. But the positive dynamics from using nicotine will be noticeable after 3 weeks.

Drug interactions

Nicotinic acid is used with caution simultaneously with other vasoactive drugs, since it enhances the effect of vascular relaxation, which causes a drop in blood pressure.

Concomitant use with bile acid sequestrants is also dangerous, since they also reduce cholesterol in the blood. If there is a need for both drugs, nicotinic acid should be taken no earlier than an hour after taking the sequestrants.

Vitamin B3 may help improve blood sugar levels. Therefore, patients with diabetes should undergo treatment under the supervision of a specialist. Additionally, you should keep in mind that taking dietary supplements containing nicotinic acid reduces the effectiveness of the following medications:

• "Glipizide";
• "Insulin Lizpro";
• "Gliquidone";
• "Phenobarbital".

In addition, for any other prescriptions, you should inform your doctor about taking nicotinic acid in order to exclude dangerous combinations.

How to use nicotinic acid for hair

Methods of use depend on the form of release of the drug. Nicotinic acid can be taken in tablets, as well as in the form of injections.

But the maximum effect is achieved by rubbing the product into the scalp.

The scalp has large pores and perfectly absorbs liquid vitamins. This ensures a local effect on the problem area.

Course duration

The duration of the course depends on the purpose of using the drug.

• For prevention: once every 2-3 days for 2 weeks.
• For the treatment of hair loss: once every 2 days for one month. The course should be repeated again after 2-3 months.

IMPORTANT! You cannot carry out procedures every day. The scalp needs rest.

Instructions for use in capsules for rubbing

1. Wash your hair. After showering, allow the skin to cool, otherwise the substance will evaporate.
2. Open the ampoule (1 piece per procedure). For convenience, pour the contents into a small container.
3. Separating strand by strand, rub the niacin into the hair roots using massage movements. There is no need to rub it into the hair along the entire length, because... Vitamin PP is active only when interacting with the scalp.
4. Don't wash it off! The substance is quickly absorbed and does not make your head greasy.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Here you will find answers to the most popular questions about niacin.

How to replace nicotinic acid

Multivitamin complexes containing nicotinamide (Neuromultivit, Pentovit, Perfectil, Pyridoxine, Complivit, Vitalux Plus, Duovit) will help replenish the reserves of nicotinic acid in the body.

Is nicotinic acid contained in cigarettes?

No. The vitamin has nothing to do with tobacco. Therefore, smokers may also suffer from nicotinamide deficiency.

What products contain nicotine?

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Vitamin PP can be obtained by adding the following products to the menu:

• beans;
• yeast;
• liver;
• buckwheat;
• mango;
• mushrooms;
• beet;
• pistachios;
• carrot;
• apples;
• kidneys;
• millet porridge.

How long to keep nicotinic acid on hair

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The drug does not require rinsing. If you use vitamin PP as part of a treatment mask, you need to apply it for 1.5-2 hours.

How to take nicotinic acid for hair growth in tablets

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Nicotine tablets are taken after meals, 50-100 mg twice a day for a course of 15-20 days. The dosage and frequency of administration may be increased in case of acute deficiency of vitamin PP.

It is recommended to take the tablet with plenty of liquid, preferably milk.

How to inject nicotinic acid correctly

The solution for injections (injections) is sold strictly according to prescription. The following dosage is usually prescribed.

• For vitamin B3 deficiency. Intramuscularly, subcutaneously or intravenously (your choice) 1 ml of 1% solution 2-3 times a day. Course 10-15 days.
• For ischemic stroke. Intravenous 10 mg solution.
• With Hartnup's disease. Intravenously 40-200 mg per day.

More detailed dosage is indicated in the instructions.

Where else in cosmetology is vitamin PP used?

You can find tips on using nicotinic acid for the face, nails and for weight loss. The latter actually makes sense.

With regular massage of problem areas, nicotinic acid for hair helps reduce the appearance of cellulite and also accelerates metabolism.

What happens if you add nicotinic acid to cellulite cream?

The effectiveness of the cream will increase. Recommended proportions: for 1 tbsp. cream 1 tsp. niacin. Course of 10 procedures.

Niacin in ampoules increases the flow of oxygen to cells, helps break down fat and remove waste and toxins. All this stimulates skin renewal and smoothing.

For the best effect, after applying the cream, the problem area should be massaged with patting, pinching and stroking.

How to take niacin to lose weight

Nicotinic acid is involved in the production of certain enzymes and lipid metabolism. It reduces cholesterol levels, accelerates metabolism, and removes toxins.

Therefore, taking vitamin tablets promotes weight loss, albeit to a small extent.

The recommended course for weight loss is 15-20 days. Dosage: up to 20 mg of active substance per day.

How is nicotinic acid used in medicine?

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Mainly used for vitamin PP deficiency. It is also used in complex therapy of the following diseases and conditions:

• atherosclerosis;
• vascular spasms;
• hypoacid gastritis;
• neuritis of the facial nerve;
• poorly healing wounds.

Where to store nicotinic acid

Store in a place protected from sunlight (not necessarily in the refrigerator). The optimal temperature is not higher than 25C.

How does nicotinic acid affect the body?

Nicotine is good for you. Overdose or use of the drug for an extended period of time leads to problems.

• Digestive system. Long-term use of large doses reduces glucose tolerance and increases blood sugar and uric acid levels. The vitamin increases the acidity of gastric juice, so the drug should not be used on an empty stomach.
• Liver. Long-term use of high doses leads to fatty liver degeneration.
• The cardiovascular system. Dilates blood vessels, so a decrease in blood pressure, headache, and dizziness are possible.
• Eyes. May cause a feeling of dryness and itching of the mucous membranes of the eyes.

How to remove a bald spot on the top of your head

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Nicotinic acid for hair growth is unlikely to help with severe baldness. In this case, you should consult a trichologist for advice.

How to determine vitamin B and nicotinic acid deficiency

It is necessary to donate blood from a vein.

Where can you buy nicotinic acid

Nicotinic acid ampoules for hair can be bought in almost any pharmacies in Belarus (in Minsk, Vitebsk, etc.), as well as in cities of other countries (in Riga, Rostov, Penza, Krasnodar, Tomsk).

How to open an ampoule with nicotinic acid

Plastic capsules for rubbing into the scalp are easy to open. Difficulties usually arise with glass ampoules for injections.

• If there is a dot on a glass product, then it indicates the place where the cone is recommended to break.
• If there is no point, you yourself need to make a notch on the neck with a file, which is usually included in the package. Then soak a cotton pad in antiseptic and, holding the product with it, break off the top part.

What is the difference between nicotinic acid for hair and regular one?

Composition. Ampoules for rubbing into the scalp contain additional components (water, sodium bicarbonate).

How much nicotinic acid should be added to shampoo?

To enrich a bottle of shampoo, one capsule ampoule is enough. However, washing your hair with this product is still inferior in effectiveness to rubbing vitamin B3 into the hair roots.

What organ in the body produces nicotinic acid?

Vitamin B3 is synthesized in the intestines from tryptophan supplied with food. The chemical reaction occurs with the participation of vitamin B6 and B2.

Why does my stomach hurt from taking nicotinic acid?

Vitamin PP increases the acidity of gastric juice. This is one of the reasons why your stomach may hurt. To prevent this, do not take the drug on an empty stomach.

Why you should eat cottage cheese with nicotinic acid

To prevent side effects from the liver, doctors advise that when taking nicotine, eat foods containing methionine (cottage cheese) or drink additional methionine.

Why does my head hurt after an injection of nicotinic acid?

Nicotinic acid (not only in injections, but also in tablets or sprays for rubbing) dilates blood vessels, which leads to a decrease in blood pressure and, as a result, weakness, malaise and headaches.

Another reason is the greater volume of oxygen that cells receive. The result can be compared to a migraine as with oxygen intoxication.

Can you trust the pictures that a search engine produces for the request nicotinic acid for hair before and after photos?

In photos taken with an interval of one month, the difference between “was” and “became” is almost invisible, since hair grows slowly. Focus on your personal feelings from using the drug.

The first result that you will notice with regular use of ampoules is that your hair has stopped falling out a lot.

What happens if you drink a lot of nicotinic acid?

An overdose can manifest itself as follows:

• severe and long-lasting redness of the skin;
• burning or hot sensation;
• brown pigmentation;
• itching;
• heartburn;
• diarrhea;
• nausea and vomiting;
• dizziness and headache;
• arterial hypertension;
• fainting;
• blurred vision;
• impaired glucose metabolism;
• cholestatic jaundice.

How to remove nicotine from the body with side effects

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At the moment there is no medicine that can neutralize the effect of vitamin PP. Therefore, it is recommended to treat nicotine allergies by eliminating the specific symptoms that bother you.

Complete elimination of the drug is possible 6-9 hours after use. Drinking plenty of fluids helps speed up the process.

Nicotinic acid for hair reviews, before and after photos

You can find both positive and negative reviews of Nicotinic acid ampoules for hair growth. Most stories boil down to this.

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• I tried it and really liked it. This course solved all my hair problems
• I use it. The effect is noticeable, although not “wow”. I can recommend it to my friends.
• I tried it, but didn't notice any effect.
• I believed the promises from the Internet and got burned! Almost the last hair fell out. And I had a headache for 2 days!

For the drug Nicotinka for hair, reviews cannot be the only basis for assessing effectiveness.

After all, everyone’s sensitivity to the active substance in ampoules is different. Therefore, we advise you to buy ampoules and experiment. After all, the affordable price allows you to do this.

It is also difficult to evaluate the drug from before and after photos, because... in one course of treatment, hair will grow by a maximum of 1.5 cm. Not everyone will be able to notice these changes.

However, users note the appearance of “down” (short hairs in the upper part of the forehead and not only), which indicates the awakening of dormant hair follicles and a gradual increase in hair density.