Niacor
Generic name:niacin (nicotinic acid) [ NYE-a-sin ]
Brand names: B-3-50, B3-500-Gr, Endur-acin, HDL Benefit, Niacin SR,
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Drug classes:Miscellaneous antihyperlipidemic agents, Vitamins
What is Niacor?
Niacor is used to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL) and triglycerides, and increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL).
Niacor may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not take Niacor if you have severe liver disease, a stomach ulcer, or active bleeding.
Before taking this medicine
You should not take Niacor if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
severe liver disease;
a stomach ulcer; or
active bleeding.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
liver disease;
heart disease, chest pain (angina);
gout; or
diabetes.
It is not known whether Niacor will harm an unborn baby. You may not be able to use Niacor during pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
You should not breastfeed while using Niacor.
Niacor is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take Niacor ?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Niacor can cause flushing (warmth, itching, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin). These effects should disappear over time as you keep taking the medicine. Flushing may be worse if you drink alcohol or hot beverages shortly after taking this medicine.
Swallow the capsule or tablet whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it.
Your dose needs may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using only the form and strength your doctor prescribes.
If you stop taking Niacor for any length of time, talk with your doctor before starting the medication again. You may need to restart the medication at a lower dose.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Niacor.
Niacor is only part of a complete treatment program that
