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NR (Nicotinamide Riboside) Oral Supplement Program

Clinic-dispensed oral nicotinamide riboside (commonly the branded Niagen/Tru Niagen ingredient, 300-1000 mg/day) sold as a NAD+ precursor for cellular energy and healthy aging.

Evidence

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NR has the strongest human safety and NAD+-raising data of the precursors (GRAS/NDI-notified), but RCTs show inconsistent effects on aging-related functional endpoints, so the longevity benefit is credible-but-unproven rather than established.

Regulatory notes

European Union
Nicotinamide riboside chloride is EU-authorised as a Novel Food, so it can be sold as a food supplement, but longevity/anti-aging health claims are not authorised.
United States
NR has FDA NDI acknowledgment and GRAS status; sold as a dietary supplement, not an approved drug, and disease/anti-aging claims are not permitted.
United Arab Emirates
Sold as a registered supplement under MoHAP/Dubai Municipality; no approved longevity claim.
United Kingdom
Authorised as a supplement ingredient; longevity marketing claims are not permitted.

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Also known as

NR, nicotinamide riboside, Niagen, Tru Niagen, NR chloride, nicotinamide riboside chloride

Where to find it

43 clinics in the directory offer nr (nicotinamide riboside) oral supplement program. Prices shown are the cheapest for this treatment where published; always confirm with the venue.

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