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NIACIN Information Sheet

Nicotinic acid is a medication which lowers cholesterol levels!

How to take:

Take three times a day with meals.

Initial Dosing Schedule:

Two doses will be prescribed:

Low dose: 100 mg tablets High dose: 500 mg tablets

Treatment is always started at low doses as follows:

First week: One low dose tablet (100 mg) three times daily.

Second week: Two low dose tablets (200 mg) three times daily.

Third week: Three low dose tablets (300 mg) three times daily.

Fourth week: One high dose tablet (500 mg) three times daily.

After the fourth week: Continue this dose until directed by your doctor.

Side Effects:

Common: Flushing (prevented by aspirin).

Rare: dizziness, rash, and liver inflammation.

Suggest:

Do not skip doses of medication.

Take aspirin 1/2 hour prior to each dose of nicotinic acid.

Avoid hot beverages while taking.

Do not take on an empty stomach!

For any problems, call us!!

We want to talk about these side effects with you!

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