Nicotinamide axicur® 200 mg tablets, 100 pcs

Nicotinamide axicur® 200 mg tablets

Nicotinamide axicur® 200 mg tablets are a vitamin preparation that is used to treat clinical nicotinamide deficiency states in the event of malnutrition and malnutrition as well as increased needs.No prescription is required for this product.

What is Nicotinamide?

Nicotinamide, also known as nicotinic acid amide or niacinamide, belongs to the group of B vitamins and is known as vitamin B3.It can be converted by the human organism into nicotinic acid and vice versa.Unlike other water-soluble vitamins, niacin can also be produced by the body.

Functions of Nicotinamide

Nicotinamide plays an important role in numerous metabolic processes in the human body.It is involved in energy metabolism as well as in the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.As a result, it has an impact on the maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes.It is also important for the formation of some messenger substances and supports the nervous system.

Causes and symptoms of nicotinamide deficiency

Nicotinamide deficiency can be caused by insufficient dietary intake or an increased need.Certain illnesses such as alcoholism, anorexia, chronic diarrheal diseases, Hartnup's disease and liver diseases can promote nicotinamide deficiency.Initially, general weakness, fatigue, loss of sleep and appetite, and indigestion may occur.In the advanced stage, further symptoms such as skin inflammation, inflammation of the tongue, inflammation of the nerves, inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, dry mouth and burning sensation in the mouth, depressive mood and irritability occur.

Natural sources of nicotinamide

Nicotinamide is found in various foods.Fish such as anchovies, tuna, salmon and mackerel, meat such as lean beef, veal and pork, poultry and offal are particularly rich in nicotinamide.Plant-based foods such as mung beans, peanuts and mushrooms also have a high nicotinamide content.Meat, coffee and whole grain bread are among the main sources of common consumption habits in this country.

Absorption of nicotinamide in the body

Nicotinamide is absorbed primarily in the small intestine.Nicotinamide from plant foods cannot be absorbed by the body as well as that from animal foods.Since the vitamin is bound in plant foods, only around 30% of it is absorbed, whereas almost all of it from animal foods can be used.

Active ingredients and ingredients

Nicotinamide axicur® 200 mg tablets contain nicotinamide as the active ingredient.One tablet contains 200 mg of nicotinamide, and half a tablet contains 100 mg of nicotinamide.The other ingredients are potato starch, talc, carboxymethyl starch sodium (type A) (Ph.Eur.), gelatin and glycerol 85 %.

Contraindications

If you are known to be hypersensitive to any of the ingredients mentioned, this product should not be used.

Dosage

The recommended dose for adults and children aged 4 and over is 1 tablet of Nicotinamide axicur® 200 mg tablets daily (equivalent to 200 mg of nicotinamide).Children under 4 years receive half a tablet daily (corresponding to 100 mg nicotinamide).The tablets should be swallowed whole with sufficient liquid.For infants and young children, the tablet should be crushed and the powder mixed with a little porridge or yoghurt.

Notes

Nicotinamide axicur® 200 mg tablets are taken until the nicotinamide deficiency is corrected.It is recommended that you read the package leaflet and consult a doctor or pharmacy if you have any further questions.