Watch for Mix-Ups Between Niacinamide and Other Vitamin B3 Forms

July 2015

Patients will ask if B vitamins reduce the risk of skin cancer.

They're hearing about a study that shows a form of vitamin B3...niacinamide or nicotinamide...cuts the risk of skin cancer by 23%.

The theory is that niacinamide may help repair sun-damaged skin...and prevent immune suppression in the skin after sun exposure.

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Table of Contents

CMRs Help Identify Potential Comprehensive Med Review Candidates
E-Prescriptions Stay Alert for Multiple Transmittals of the Same e-Rx
Parkinson's Disease Stay Alert for Switches to Rytary From Other Carbidopa/Levodopa Products
Generics Don't Automatically Substitute Between Aripiprazole Dosage Forms
Probiotics Point out the "Directions for Use" Section on Probiotic Products
Fentanyl Patches Help Ensure Patients Prescribed Fentanyl Have Used Other Opioids Before
Bites & Stings Watch for New Graphics on Insect Repellent Labeling
Naloxone Watch Ingredients and Supplies Closely When Preparing Naloxone Kits
Supplements Watch for Mix-Ups Between Niacinamide and Other Vitamin B3 Forms
Diabetes Meds Listen for Patients on a "Flozin" Talking About Sudden Illness
Communication Include Pictograms With Pharmacy Paperwork