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Niaspan 500 mg wird in Kombination mit Statinen (HMG-CoA-Reduktase-Hemmer) angewandt, wenn die Cholesterin-senkende Wirkung einer Statin-Monotherapie unzureichend ist. Niaspan 500 mg ist als Monotherapie nur angezeigt, wenn Statine nicht vertragen werden.
Was ist es und wofür wird es verwendet? Niaspan enthält den Wirkstoff Nikotinsäure, einen in geringer Menge natürlich im Körper vorkommenden Vitamin-B-Komplex. Er wird in höheren Dosen, z.B. in Niaspan zur Regulierung von abnormen Werten der Blutfette (Cholesterin, Triglyzeride) alleine oder in Kombination mit anderen Mitteln angewendet.
Niaspan wurde mit einer geringen, aber statistisch signifikanten dosisabhängigen Abnahme der Thrombozytenzahl in Verbindung gebracht (durchschnittlich –11 % bei 2000 mg). Zusätzlich wurde ein geringer, aber statistisch signifikanter Anstieg der Prothrombinzeit (durchschnittlich +4 %) beobachtet. Wenn Niaspan gleichzeitig mit Antikoagulantien angewendet wird, sind Prothrombinzeit und ...
Wie ältere Nikotinsäure-Präparate fällt NIASPAN durch häufige, belastende Störwirkungen auf. Das retardierte Nikotinsäure-Präparat ist ein Mittel der ferneren Reserve, wenn Statine nicht vertragen werden oder unzureichend wirken. © 2004 arznei-telegramm
- What Is Niaspan Er?
- Warnings
- Before Taking This Medicine
- How Should I Take Niaspan Er ?
- What Happens If I Miss A dose?
- What Happens If I Overdose?
- What Should I Avoid?
- Niaspan Er Side Effects
- What Other Drugs Will Affect Niaspan Er?
- Further Information
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Niaspan ER extended release works by reducing LDL ("bad") cholesterol and triglycerides and increasing HDL ("good") cholesterol. Niaspan contains niacin, also called nicotinic acid, a B vitamin (vitamin B3). It occurs naturally in plants and animals and is present in many multiple vitamin supplements. Niaspan ER is used to lower cholesterol and tri...
You should not take Niaspan ER if you are allergic to niacin, or if you have severe liver disease, a stomach ulcer, or active bleeding. Niaspan ER can cause certain side effects, such as flushing (warmth, itching, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin). These effects can be made worse if you drink alcohol or hot beverages shortly after you tak...
You should not take Niaspan ER if you are allergic to niacin, or if you have severe liver disease, a stomach ulcer, or active bleeding. To make sure you can safely take Niaspan ER, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions: 1. liver or kidney disease; 2. heart disease or uncontrolled angina (chest pain); 3. a stomach ulcer; 4. diab...
Use Niaspan ER exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Niaspan ER is sometimes taken at bedtime with a low-fat snack. Follow your doctor's instructions. Niaspan ER can cause certain side effects, such as flushing (warmth, itching, redness, or tingly f...
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Be sure to take the missed dose with food if you normally take your Niaspan ER dose with a meal or snack. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, dizziness, itching, vomiting, upset stomach, and flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).
Avoid drinking hot beverages shortly after taking Niaspan ER. Hot drinks can worsen the flushing effect (warmth, itching, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin). Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Niaspan ER. Alcohol may increase your risk of liver damage, and can also worsen the flushing effects of this medicine. Avoid taking colestipol (Col...
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Niaspan ER: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: 1. feeling like you might pass out; 2. fast, pounding, or uneven heart beats; 3. feeling short of breath...
Tell your doctor about all other cholesterol-lowering drugs you are taking with Niaspan ER, especially atorvastatin (Lipitor, Caduet), fluvastatin (Lescol), lovastatin (Mevacor, Altoprev, Advicor), pravastatin (Pravachol), or simvastatin (Zocor, Simcor, Vytorin, Juvisync). Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Niaspan ER if you ar...
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. Medical Disclaimer Copyright 1996-2024 Cerner M...
Niaspan ER is a medication that contains niacin, a B vitamin, and is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides and reduce the risk of heart attack. Learn about its warnings, interactions, and how to take it safely.
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1. Juli 2005 · Niaspan is as efficacious as standard, immediate-release nicotinic acid in improving HDL-cholesterol and other lipid components. The superior tolerability profile of Niaspan, together with minimal effects on glycaemia, identify this treatment as an effective and practical therapeutic option for the management of low HDL-cholesterol.
WAS IST NIASPAN 750 MG UND WOFÜR WIRD ES ANGEWENDET? PI 1.1 Niaspan 750 mg enthält Nikotinsäure, ein Vitamin aus dem Vitamin B-Komplex, in retardierter Form. Die Dosierung der Nikotinsäure in Niaspan 750 mg liegt aber um den Faktor 40 über der Konzentration, die zur Abdeckung des Vitaminbedarfs notwendig ist. PD 1.2 Hersteller und ...
