Individuals who use niacin in high amounts run the risk of the vitamin interacting negatively with other medications. Additionally, overuse can cause other symptoms to manifest that can affect the quality of life. Taking high doses of niacin over months or years can lead to liver damage and painful stomach ulcers. The vitamin can also raise blood sugar and cause lasting skin rashes.

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