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Nicocin ER (Niacin) Drug Price and Information

Niacin (Nicocin ER) is an antihyperlipidemic agent, prescribed for hyperlipidemia.  Niacin is a B-complex vitamin.

Nicocin ER

  Tablet  
Ordain Health Care Pvt. Ltd.
Generic : Niacin
 20.00
375mg
10 Tablets
Price Updated on August 8, 2019
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Drug information on Nicocin ER (Niacin) from Ordain Health Care Pvt. Ltd.

Written & Compiled by Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc  | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team
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Medical condition(s) for which Nicocin ER may be prescribed

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Adult: PO-The daily dosage is 500 mg in any 4—week period. The recommended maintenance dose is 1000 to 2000mg.

Side effects of Nicocin ER

Most Common : Flushing, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, increased cough and itching.

Gastrointestinal : Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and increased cough.

Skin : Rash.

Heart : Flushing.

How to use Nicocin ER?

It comes as a tablet, capsule, and liquid to take by mouth, with food.

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When Should Nicocin ER not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with ulcer, severe liver disease, arterial bleeding, and hypersensitivity.

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Warnings and Precautions for Nicocin ER

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of chest pain, sugar, increased eye pressure, gout, recent heart attack, kidney or liver problems, low blood pressure, low blood minerals, muscle problems, peptic ulcers, thyroid deficiency, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Avoid alcohol consumption.

It may affect blood counts, avoid bruising or injury.

Other Precautions for Nicocin ER

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Nicocin ER

Store it at room temperature 20° to 25°C.



Nicocin ER(Niacin) : Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does Nicocin ER help with high cholesterol?

A: Nicocin ER can help increase the level of good cholesterol (HDL cholesterol) in the blood. Nicocin ER lowers the synthesis of triglycerides, very low-density lipoprotein, and LDL cholesterol, by reducing the mobilization of fatty acids from adipose tissue(1 Trusted Source
Niacin for dyslipidemia: considerations in product selection

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Q: What is a Nicocin ER flush?

A: Nicocin ER flush is a flushing of the skin caused by high doses of Nicocin ER supplements. It causes tingling, itching, and redness in the face, neck, arms, and upper chest. Nicocin ER flush is harmless and lasts for less than one hour(2 Trusted Source
Niacin

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Q: What happens if alcohol is taken with Nicocin ER?

A: Patients should avoid alcohol during Nicocin ER administration because it increases the risk of itching and flushing of skin(3 Trusted Source
Niacin

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).

Q: Who should avoid taking Nicocin ER?

A: Nicocin ER is not recommended for patients with  active peptic ulcer disease, active liver disease, arterial bleeding, or hypersensitivity to the drug(3 Trusted Source
Niacin

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Q: What are the natural sources of Nicocin ER?

A: Liver, meat and meat products, fish, milk, eggs, enriched breads and cereals, peanuts, legumes, and whole grains are all good sources of Nicocin ER(4 Trusted Source
Dietary Intake and Food Sources of Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamin and Vitamin B6 in a Representative Sample of the Spanish Population. The ANIBES Study †

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  • 1. Niacin for dyslipidemia: considerations in product selection - (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12789870)
  • 2. Niacin - (https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002409.htm )
  • 3. Niacin - (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK541036/ )
  • 4. Dietary Intake and Food Sources of Niacin, Riboflavin, Thiamin and Vitamin B6 in a Representative Sample of the Spanish Population. The ANIBES Study † - (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6073544/ )
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