Is Niacin suppose to make you itch and make you burn so bad it feels like you ears are of fire??

Question

Just took Niacin to detox system for drug test tomorrow. Im itching like hell and my ears feel like someone set them on fire with a liter....is this normal??

Just took Niacin to detox system for drug test tomorrow. Im itching like hell and my ears feel like someone set them on fire with a liter....is this normal??

Does this mean its working??

Answer 1

That's a normal reaction. I take niacin too to boost my metabolism. Next time be sure to get the flush free kind.

Answer 2

Niacin Itching

Answer 3

Niacin is surrounded by lots of hocus pocus, but is most popular by far for its ability to improve your lipid profile. In fact, niacin (vitamin B3) is the Gold standard for elevating HDL cholesterol (the good cholesterol), and has repeatedly shown to be more effective than expensive prescription drugs.

Do NOT however, use "Flush-Free" niacin, which does not offer the benefits of immediate-release niacin. As it happens, the inositol hexanicotinate in 'No-Flush' aborts the important benefits of niacin. Several tests have shown that flush-free niacin does NOT lower the incidence of cardiovascular events. It has also been shown that No-Flush Niacin demonstrates twice the hepatotoxicity of immediate-release niacin, because the liver is under prolonged bombardment.

Yes, flushing is normal, normally between the face and the midriff. Itching is also normal, but in some folks (such as myself) the itching can be maddening and can last over an hour. Not to worry, pruritus can be staved off with a Benadryl tablet.

Answer 4

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Is Niacin suppose to make you itch and make you burn so bad it feels like you ears are of fire??
Just took Niacin to detox system for drug test tomorrow. Im itching like hell and my ears feel like someone set them on fire with a liter....is this normal??

Answer 5

Niacin has a tendency to burn and itch. Especially if you take on an empty stomach or took too much. It's not life threatening, just a side effect. Some companies a "non burning" niacin cap/tab.

Answer 6

Some individuals are allergic to niacin - Please go to the web page Intelihealth - I included their comments on niacin allergy. Please go to emergency if your throat is swelling or you are having any breathing problems.

Allergies


People should avoid niacin/vitamin B-3 if they have a known allergy to niacin or niacinamide. Anaphylactic shock (a severe allergic reaction) has occurred. Signs of allergy may include rash, itching or shortness of breath.


Side Effects


Niacin has been associated with many minor side effects. Some people may experience flushing, itching and stomach discomfort, including stomachache, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Niacin may also aggravate peptic ulcer disease. Most stomach-related side effects usually go away over time. Taking niacin with food may prevent stomach discomfort.


Flushing or a warm sensation, especially on the face, neck and ears, occurs in almost all patients using niacin for the first time or at higher doses. This side effect usually goes away on its own after one or two weeks. Using aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can reduce the tingling, itching, flushing and warmth associated with niacin. Slow-release niacin formulations may have a lower incidence of flushing but may also be more likely to cause stomach upset and liver abnormalities

Answer 7

I took my first tablet of Niacin, and an hour later, there was this burning sensation on my face and neck, followed by itchiness all over my body. Very unpleasant and worrying at first thinking it was due to other internal problem. The itching last for many hours... I threw the whole bottle of Niacin in the bin...

Answer 8

My dad takes a kind of niacin pill, and you are lucky if that is all you got. If you ate anything with spice in it, anything with tomato, anything with chocolate, any caffeine (all these will aggravate the niacin), you may be headed for a very very long night and should GO TO THE ER! The itching and burning can spread to your whole body and cause a rise in body temperature. Here is what Northwestern University says about it:
"Administration of pharmacological doses of nicotinic acid (1-2 g three times a day) is used in treatment of high blood cholesterol. At this level of intake, histamine release may be triggered resulting in flushing of the skin which can be harmful to patients with asthma or peptic ulcer disease. Niacin also promotes hepatic toxicity when consumed at high doses found in some supplements."

I have to say it is poor judgement to take a pill to "detox before a drug test." It will not wipe out any illegal drugs that are in your system. You should get medical attention before it gets worse.

Answer 9

niacin suppose itch burn bad feels ears fire

Answer 10

I think that reaction is pretty normal. I started directly taking 1000 mg a day in two doses. Except for the rather hot feeling in my ears that I control just by spreading some drops of water with my hands, I found that really great. Being a "tropical animal" I call it the "tropical sun from inside", in particular when you pass the climax of the acute burning part you have such a wonderful warming feeling that I think I am getting addict to it. In fact if I get no flush I feel disappointed and try to take the next dose (500 mg) with my stomach empty. I also profit to make some deep breathing and try to send the warmth to the lower parts of the body (i.e. legs). So, do not worry and enjoy it !