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Pls see hx on me. dr.has me on niaspan (niacin) 500 for high trigly. what, if any, is the difference from oc nician @ 1k mg?
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Hx noted: OC Niacin is niacin. Generic OC niacin is likely cheaper and thus preferred. The usual dose is 500-2000 mg limited by flushing. Flushing can be reduced by taking 325 mg of aspirin an hour beforehand. Niacin reduces triglycerides but generally isn't indicated unless the level is >500 and refractory to dietary changes.
Answered 7/30/2014
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