Nicotinic acid

Chemical Name: Pyridine-(beta)-carboxylic Acid; Niacin 
Molecular formula: C6H5O2N
Molecular weight: 123.11
CAS No.: 59-67-6 
Nicotinic acid is a B vitamin essential for the normal function of the nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract. Vitamins are compounds that you must have for growth and health. Nicotinic Acid is water soluble.
When used in high doses, nicotinic acid has the following benefits:
It raises HDL levels higher than any other cholesterol drug. 
It is extremely effective in reducing triglyceride levels. 
It lowers LDL-cholesterol. 
It is the least expensive cholesterol drug.