3 patient evaluations for Niaspan
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Feb 3, 2012 (Started Aug 01, 2010)
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EffectivenessCan't tell (for ARTERIOSCLEROSIS)
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EffectivenessMajor (for high triglycerides)
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Side effectsMild (burning sensation in skin)
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AdherenceAlways
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BurdenNot at all hard to take
Dosage:
1000 mg
Daily
Advice & Tips:
Burning sensation is called flushing and is a common side effect. Taking at bed time and avoiding late night snack s of spicy foods, chocolate, and hot beverages minimizes the effects. You usually sleep right through them.
Cost:
< $25 monthly
- 0 helpful marks
Sep 1, 2010 (Started May 17, 2010)
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EffectivenessSlight (for high cholesterol)
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Side effectsModerate
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AdherenceUsually
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BurdenSomewhat hard to take
Dosage:
1 other
Daily
Cost:
< $25 monthly
- 0 helpful marks
Mar 20, 2010 (Started Oct 01, 2007)
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EffectivenessCan't tell (for atherosclerosis)
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Side effectsMild
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AdherenceAlways
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BurdenNot at all hard to take
Dosage:
500 mg
Daily
Cost:
< $25 monthly
- 0 helpful marks
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