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I am on niacin(750mg)regimin 2 treat my heart/hyperlipidemia/bypass.along w/8 other heart meds. is this a comon practice 2 take this many rx?concerned
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Right to be: concerned. Polypharmacy is a common issue. However, you should not change any medication without discussing it with your doctor. It may be helpful to involve a pharmacologist in the discussion. Opinions vary, but niacin has not borne out in controlled trials.
Answered 10/16/2015
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