Question 1

is it safe to use niaspan (niacin) while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Niaspan (niacin) is a slow release formulation of the vitamin Niacin which is safe to use when pregnant and is included in much lower amounts in prenatal vitamins.

Question 2

is taking niacin while you're pregnant, harmful to the baby?

Accepted Answer

No: This is a common ingredient in most vitamins. If you're taking additional doses of it, it should be under a physician's advice/care, but it's a normal component of prenatal and multivitamins.

Question 3

is it good to have a drink which contains soy protein, hi-maize, vitamin (a c b6 b12), thiamin b1, niacin b3, folate, (folic acid) sodium, potassium in pregnancy ?

Accepted Answer

Not clear: You should certainly discuss it with your obstetrician if you become pregnant. If you are placed on a vitamin by your doctor while pregnant, you should consider stopping this supplement though. (Not sure if this is a routine in Australia, but it is in the United States)  Regardless, your doctor's advice should be most important here. Good luck.

Question 4

what is niaspan (niacin) used to treat?

Accepted Answer

Niaspona: This a long acting form of Niacin we use to treat elevated cholesterol and to try and raise HDL somewhat.

Question 5

do you need to take niaspan (niacin) forever?

Accepted Answer

Depends: This depends on your response and the specific reason you are taking it.  If you respond appropriately, your doctor may take you off it.  Please discuss your specific options with your doctor.

Question 6

what're the dangers of taking niaspan (niacin)?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Many people get flushing, which is a minor side effect.  Some people get an increase in HDL (good cholesterol) but the value of this change with Niacin has recently been challenged by the aim-high study.

Question 7

please describe the medication: niaspan (niacin)?

Accepted Answer

Long acting Niacin: Niaspan is an extended release version of niacin.  It is used to raise good cholesterol (hdl), lower bad cholesterol (ldl), and reduce triglycerides.
 Niacin is a vitamin (b3), also known as nicotinic acid.

Question 8

how much time does a flushing episode from niaspan (niacin) last?

Accepted Answer

Flushing: Individual flushing episodes can last several hours, its variable by patient. Sometimes after many weeks they will stop happening.

Question 9

is there a negative reaction between niaspan (niacin) and qualaquin?

Accepted Answer

No interaction here: Each has its own side effects and this is not enough space for all of them. But the tow medicine should not interact with each other. If you are experiencing significant side effects or have other concern, consult your doc. Good luck.

Question 10

what are the differences between 500 mg niaspan (niacin extended-release) tablets and niacan you can buy otc?

Accepted Answer

Rate of action: niaspan is extended release, where as niacin otc is not. Some literature suggests risk of liver toxicity is lower with the extended release versions. I believe it's possible to obtain otc nicotinic acid. Ask the store

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