Warning: following details is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment and judgment of your physician. it should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult some your physician before using this med.

Niacin - oral

(nye-uh-sin)

common brand names: Nicobid, Nicolar, Slo-Niacin

Related Drugs : Niaspan, Niaspan, Slo Niacin, Endur Acin, Niacels, Niacin, Niacin Td, Niacinamide, Niacinol, Niacor, Niadelay, Nicotinex, Hm Niacin

Read also Niaspan reviews (352).

Niacels Usage: Niacin (nicotinic acid) is used to prevent & treat niacin deficiency. It's also used to improve cholesterol and lower fat levels (triglycerides) in blood.

How to use Niacels: Take it medication as directed. Follow any special dietary recommendations made by your pharmacist or nutritionist while taking this tablet. Take this medication with food to prevent stomach upset. Timed-release capsules or meds must be swallowed whole. do not crush or chew them or the long action may be destroyed & side effects increased. If you are prescribed bile acid resin pills (e.g., colestipol, cholestyramine) separate the dose from niacin by 6 hours or more.

Niacels side effects: this medication may cause flushing and a feeling about warmth about the face & neck within first two hours of taking dose. Itching, tingling, or headache may occur as well. These effects must subside as you're body adjusts to medication. Stomach upset, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may also occur. Report promptly any of these effects if they persist or worsen. Unlikely but report promptly: vision problems, dark urine, stomach (abdominal) pain, yellowing eyes or skin, irregular heartbeat, black stools, increased urination, muscle aches/pains. in the unlikely chapter you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immeditial medical attention. Symptoms include: rash, swelling, dizziness, fainting, trouble breathing. To minimize flushing effect (redness, itch) take plain (not enteric-coated) 325 mg aspirin med (or other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen) 30 minutes before each niacin dose. After some weeks, this flushing effect must stop occurring, or decrease in intensity. Also, avoid alcohol or hot beverages near clock about the niacin dose. Consult your physician or doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact you're healthcare professional or physician.

Niacels Precautions: Tell your doctor your entire medical history, including: diabetes, heart disease, kidney or liver disease, gallbladder disease, gout, ulcers, any allergies - including aspirin & tartrazine (a dye in few food & med, including niacin). To minimize dizziness or lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. since alcohol can intensify drug side effects, ask your physician or pharmacist about the use of alcohol. If niacin is used for treating lipid (high cholesterol or triglyceride) problem, then it must be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with your pharmacist. Doses for lipid problems generally much higher than daily multivitamin doses (minimum per day allowance). Niacin is excreted into breast milk. If niacin is being used for lipid problems, breast-feeding is not recommended due to possible infant side effects. Consult your healthcare professional before you breast-feed.

Niacels drug interactions: Tell your physician of any over-the-counter or prescription meds you taking especially: high blood pressure drug, diabetes medicine, fibrates (e.g., gemfibrozil, fenofibrate), 'statins' (e.g., lovastatin, atorvastatin). If you take insulin or oral diabetes drug, your dose may need to be altered due to increased blood sugar levels caused by niacin. Ask you're pharmacist. do not start or stop any medicine with-out healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

Niacels Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Niacels special notes: Niacin is common in foods such as beans, milk products, eggs, chicken and steak. Eat more of these foods to increase amount of niacin in youre diet if you have a niacin deficiency. there are many niacin products available. few can be purchased with-out a prescription. Consult your doctor or doctor on the choice of product best for you. Laboratory tests will be performed (especially if prescribed for cholesterol/triglyceride control) to monitor for effectiveness and possible side effects. do not allow anyone else to take it tablet.

If you missed Niacels dose: If you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered but not if it is almost time for next dose. If close to time of following dose, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double-up dose to catch up. If you stop taking this for one week or more, consult your pharmacist or pharmacist before taking it again.

Niacels Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this med.

Active Ingredients : Niacin

Check also Niaspan reviews (352).