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A member asked:

Is it safe to take niacin supplements to reduce ldl if i hav high uric acid and taking allopurinol.had gout once when uric acid was 8.5 without med.?

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Yes, but: Niacin can reduce the effectiveness of allopurinol, which might increase your chance of gout flareup. Talk to your doctor to see if there needs to be an adjustment in your Allopurinol dose while on niacin.

Dr Michalski agreed

Answered 1/4/2015

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Be careful: Niacin can raise uric acid. Consult with your doc with regards to acceptable dosages.

Dr Naguib and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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