vitamin b3, also known as niacin, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for energy metabolism and maintaining healthy skin, nerves, and digestion. it plays a key role in the synthesis of NAD and NADP, coenzymes involved in cellular energy production and cellular repair.
chemical properties
molecular weight: 123.11 g/mol
density: 1.47 g/cm³
boiling point: 237°C (459°F)
solubility: soluble in water, ethanol
optical rotation: not applicable
chemical formula: C₆H₅NO₂
usefulness in medicine
vitamin b3 is used to treat and prevent pellagra, a disease caused by niacin deficiency, characterized by dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia.
it is effective in lowering cholesterol levels, improving cardiovascular health, and managing conditions like hyperlipidemia.
it also supports healthy skin and may reduce acne by improving skin barrier function.
antibacterial and antimicrobial activity
vitamin b3 has been studied for its potential antimicrobial effects, particularly its ability to boost the immune system responses and inhibit bacterial growth.
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