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Niacin - oral

(nye-uh-sin)

common brand names: Nicobid, Nicolar, Slo-Niacin

Simular Drugs : Nicotine, Nicotine, Nicotine Gum, Nicotine Transdermal, Nicotinex

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

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Nicotinex Usage: Niacin (nicotinic acid) is used to prevent and treat niacin deficiency. it is also used to improve cholesterol and lower fat levels (triglycerides) in the blood.

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

Nicotinex side effects: it medication may cause flushing and feeling about warmth about the face and neck within 1st two hours of taking a dose. Itching, tingling, or headache may occur as well. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to med. 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 immediate medical attention. Symptoms include: rash, swelling, dizziness, fainting, trouble breathing. To minimize the flushing effect (redness, itch) take a plain (not enteric-coated) 325 mg aspirin pill (or other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen) 30 minutes before each niacin dose. After few weeks, it flushing effect should stop occurring, or decrease in intensity. Also, avoid alcohol or hot beverages near the time of niacin dose. Consult your healthcare professional or pharmacist. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or pharmacist.

Nicotinex Precautions: Tell your pharmacist your entire medical history, including: diabetes, heart disease, kidney or liver disease, gallbladder disease, gout, ulcers, any allergies - including aspirin & tartrazine (a dye in some food and med, including niacin). To minimize dizziness or lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. since alcohol can intensify tablet side effects, ask your pharmacist or physician about the use of alcohol. If niacin is used for treating a lipid (high cholesterol or triglyceride) problem, than this must be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor. Doses for lipid problems are generally much of higher then daily multivitamin doses (minimum daily 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 you're physician before you breast-feed.

Nicotinex drug interactions: Tell some your physician of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you taking especially: hypertension drug, diabetes medicine, fibrates (e.g., gemfibrozil, fenofibrate), 'statins' (e.g., lovastatin, atorvastatin). If you take insulin or oral diabetes medication, your dose may need to be altered due to increased blood sugar levels caused by niacin. Ask your pharmacist. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Nicotinex Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Nicotinex special notes: Niacin is common in foods such as beans, milk products, eggs, chicken and steak. Eat more about these foods to increase amount of niacin in some your diet if you have a niacin deficiency. their many niacin products available. some can be purchased without prescription. Consult your doctor or pharmacist on choice of product best for you. Laboratory tests will be performed (especially if prescribed for cholesterol/triglyceride control) to monitor for effectiveness & possible side effects. do not allow anyone else to take this medication.

If you missed Nicotinex dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered but not if It's almost time for following dose. If close to time about following dose, skip missed dose and resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not double-up the dose to catch up. If you stop taking it for one week or more, consult your healthcare professional or doctor before taking it again.

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

Active Ingredients : Niacin

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