Question 1

also, does buffered niacin (or non-flushing niacin) work equally as well as regular niacin in helping to lower cholesterol & take w/ coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Non-flushing niacin: Most of studies have been done with regular Niacin which works well for lowering cholesterol.  Due to flushing, regular Niacin has to be started at a very low dose and then grandually increased to avoid uncomfortable flushing.  Studies suggest that Niacin is much better than non-flushing niacin.  Check with your doctor concerning this and concerning affect with coumadin (warfarin).

Question 2

can you take vicks acta plus while on warfarin?

Accepted Answer

May be: The ingredients of Vicks products are different in each country, you want to ask a pharmacist about possible interaction between Vicks acta plus and warfarin, most probably there is no interaction, but it won&#x27;t harm to check with the pharmacist.  Good that you asked, always exercise caution with multiple medications, wish you well and good luck

Question 3

can you take nitro tabs while on warfarin?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Remember to take each as directed by your doctor and keep regular appointments for continuous care. Both drugs can cause headaches, dizziness, fatigue , fainting. If these worsen contact your doctor.

Question 4

what happens if you take too much coumadin (warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

Bleed: Coumadin (warfarin) is rat poison. It is used as an anticoagulant for certain medical conditions. The levels are closely monitored by your doc. Too much can thin you blood and could cause you to bleed and lose a lot of blood with its own consequences.

Question 5

what amount niacin should i take?

Accepted Answer

None: You're 38. What is your indication for taking niacin? If you have high cholesterol, change your diet and life style.

Question 6

is it possible for you to take st john's wort and niacin?

Accepted Answer

St John's wort: There no data on this combination.

Question 7

can i take niacin with lipitor??

Accepted Answer

Yes: There will be some additive effect on your cholesterol and lipid profile with this combination.  They do not cross react or interfere with each other.  i assume these have been suggested as you have a high lipid profile by laboratory testing.

Question 8

is niacin good and safe to take for depression?

Accepted Answer

No indication: I don't know that it maybe used to treat depression.  However, if use approved medication, it may interfere with hepatic metabolism

Question 9

is it safe to take coq10 and niacin at same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: There are no commonly known drug interactions  when these two supplements are taken together.

Question 10

is this okay to take: warfarin + folate (folic acid)?

Accepted Answer

Warfarin: It's ok to take warfarin and folate (folic acid).

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