PICAMILON

Uses & Effectiveness

Overview

Picamilon is a chemical made in a lab. Once it has entered the body, it's broken down into gamma-aminobutyric acid and niacin, which are both dietary supplements. However, picamilon isn't a dietary supplement. It's used as a prescription drug in Russia. In the United States, picamilon hasn't been approved as a prescription drug, and supplements containing picamilon are banned.

Picamilon is used for anxiety, stress, mental alertness, athletic performance, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Vitamin B3, also known as Niacin, has been shown to increase the levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, commonly known as good cholesterol, which can reduce the risk of heart disease.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if picamilon is safe or what the side effects might be.

Interactions

Moderate Interaction

Be cautious with this combination

• Niacin interacts with PICAMILON

  Taking picamilon with niacin might increase the risk for side effects from niacin.

Special Precautionsand Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if picamilon is safe or what the side effects might be. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if picamilon is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Dosing

The appropriate dose of picamilon depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for picamilon. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.