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flag A study found that veterans taking nicotinamide had lower skin cancer rates, especially when starting soon after diagnosis, but doctors warn against self-prescribing.

flag A large study of veterans with prior skin cancer found that taking 500 mg of nicotinamide twice daily was linked to a 14% lower risk of additional skin cancers, with a 56% reduction for those starting after their first diagnosis. flag The greatest benefit was seen in preventing cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, especially when supplementation began soon after the first skin cancer. flag No increased risk of heart problems was found. flag While the results are promising, experts caution against self-prescribing due to the high dose, recommend consulting a doctor, and emphasize that nicotinamide should not replace sunscreen or sun avoidance.

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