Niacin For High Cholesterol (Systemic)
Brand Names : Niacor, Niaspan, Nicolar, Nicotinex Elixir, Slo-Niacin, Novo-Niacin, nicotinic acid, vitamin B 3
Precautions While Using This MedicineIt is very important that your doctor check your progress at
regular visits
. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine
is working properly to lower your cholesterol and triglyceride (fat) levels
and if you should continue to take it.
Do not stop taking niacin without first checking with
your doctor
. When you stop taking this medicine, your blood cholesterol
levels may increase again. Your doctor may want you to follow a special diet
to help prevent this from happening.
Do not take vitamins or other dietary supplements unless they have been
discussed with your doctor. This especially includes vitamins or dietary supplements
that contain niacin or similar ingredients.
This medicine may affect blood sugar levels. If you notice a change in
the results of your blood or urine sugar tests or if you have any questions,
check with your doctor.
This medicine may cause you to feel dizzy or faint, especially when you
get up from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help. This
effect should lessen after a week or two as your body gets used to the medicine.
However, if the problem continues or gets worse, check with your doctor.
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