How much does Nicomide cost?

Pricing for Nicomide varies by insurance plan, dose, and pharmacy. Our database does not show a fixed cost because prices change faster than we can verify. For current pharmacy prices, check your insurance's formulary tier (in the prior-authorization section), use the GoodRx or Cost Plus Drugs deep links on this page, or ask your pharmacist to run a test claim. If a copay card is listed, it usually drops the out-of-pocket significantly for commercial insurance.

Does Nicomide need prior authorization?

Nicomide appears on 1 payer formulary in our database. PA requirements vary by payer — see the prior-authorization table on this page for specifics. In general, specialty and brand-name drugs are more likely to require PA than generic equivalents.

Is there a copay card or patient assistance program for Nicomide?

We haven't verified an active copay card or PAP for Nicomide in our current data. Check NeedyMeds or RxAssist for independent directories, or submit what you find via our "Report a broken link" form.

What is Nicomide used to treat?

Nicomide (generic: niacinamide, zinc glycinate, folic acid, cupric oxide, selenium and chromium) is indicated for Acne, Acne Vulgaris. Click any condition name on this page for more detail.

Does Nicomide have a generic version?

The generic name for Nicomide is niacinamide, zinc glycinate, folic acid, cupric oxide, selenium and chromium. Whether a generic is currently available depends on patent status — check the FDA Orange Book or ask your pharmacist. Generics are often substantially cheaper than brand-name drugs.

Nicomide

Generic: niacinamide, zinc glycinate, folic acid, cupric oxide, selenium and chromium

Verified·Apr 23, 2026

Manufacturer: EPI Health
NDC: 75854-343
Route: ORAL
ICD-10 indication: L70.0

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About Nicomide

What is this medication? Nicomide is a prescription dietary supplement formulated to help manage inflammatory skin conditions. It primarily contains nicotinamide, which is a form of vitamin B3, along with essential minerals like zinc and copper. Unlike many typical acne treatments that rely on antibiotics or harsh topical agents, this medication works from the inside out to reduce redness and inflammation associated with conditions such as acne vulgaris and rosacea.

In addition to its anti-inflammatory properties, Nicomide includes folic acid to support overall cellular health and repair. Physicians often prescribe it to patients who may not be responding well to traditional therapies or as a supplemental treatment to improve the skin's barrier function. Because it is a nutritional supplement rather than a pharmaceutical drug, it provides a different approach to long-term skin maintenance by addressing underlying nutritional deficiencies that can contribute to dermatological issues.

Copay & patient assistance

Detailed copay and financial assistance information is not publicly available for this medication at this time. Please consult your pharmacist or the manufacturer's official patient support program for more details.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Nicomide. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Oct 11, 2023

Dosage and administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Take 1-2 tablets daily, as a dietary supplement, as directed by your physician. HOW SUPPLIED Nicomide ® Tablets are white-colored, oval-shaped tablets debossed on one side with “342”, and are supplied in bottles of 60 tablets (75854-343-60). The listed product number is not a National Drug Code. Instead, Avion has assigned a product code formatted according to standard industry practice in order to comply with the formatting requirements of pharmacy and healthcare insurance computer systems. STORAGE Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F); excursions permitted to 15° - 30°C (59° - 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] MANUFACTURED FOR: Avion Pharmaceuticals, LLC Alpharetta, GA 30022 1-888-61-AVION Rev. 1117-01 *Subject to one or more claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 7,582,418, 7,838,042 and 8,425,956. Nicomide ® is a registered trademark of Acella Pharmaceuticals, LLC. Under license from Acella Pharmaceuticals, LLC. All rights reserved.

Warnings

WARNINGS If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking medication, consult your doctor before use. Use only under the advice and supervision of a physician if you have a history of jaundice, liver disease or diabetes. Abnormal liver function tests have been reported in persons taking daily doses of 500 mg or more of niacinamide. Folate intake should not exceed 250% of the Daily Value (1,000 mcg). PREGNANCY & NURSING MOTHERS Nicomide ® Tablets is not indicated for use as a prenatal/postnatal multivitamin for lactating and nonlactating mothers. Physicians and medical practitioners should administer Nicomide® Tablets with caution to patients who are pregnant, lactating and/or taking medication. ADVERSE REACTIONS Allergic sensitization has been reported rarely following oral and parental administration of Folate.

Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.

Conditions we've indexed resources for

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Prior authorization & coverage

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