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Niaspan FCT (Extended Release)
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Description
What is Niaspan FCT Used for?
Niaspan FCT
Niaspan FCT is an extended-release medicine which is a member of lipid metabolism regulators. It helps to treat high levels of cholesterol by decreasing the production of cholesterol in human body. It also helps in lowering LDL-cholesterol also known as bad cholesterol, triglycerides, and total cholesterol, and increase good cholesterol (HDL-cholesterol).
Niaspan medication is available for purchase at Canada Pharmacy. It is available in different dosages including Niaspan 500 mg and Niaspan 1000 mg at the best price.
Directions
The normal dose recommended as a starter is 500 mg at night (bedtime) after having a low-fat diet. The dosage is increased gradually after every 4 weeks to a maximum dosage of 2000 mg. The medicine is recommended with an approved exercise program so the reduction of cholesterol can be achieved.
If you accidentally miss the dose, take it on the set timings, don’t double your dose. Avoid taking two tablets simultaneously.
Ingredients
The active ingredient is Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic Acid).
Inactive ingredients are:
- Methylcellulose
- Povidone
- Stearic acid
- Polyethylene glycol
- FD&C yellow #6/sunset yellow FCF Aluminum Lake
- Synthetic red and yellow iron oxides,
- Titanium dioxide
- Shellac
- Dehydrated alcohol
- Isopropyl alcohol
- Butyl alcohol
- Propylene glycol
- Ammonia solution
- Potassium hydroxide
- Black iron oxide
Cautions
Avoid taking Niaspan medication if you are allergic to niacin or any ingredients of the medication. Make sure to consult your doctor first.
Avoid the use of medicine if you have active peptic (stomach or intestinal) ulcer, bleeding, severe or unexplained liver or kidney problems and if you have a history of jaundice.
Side Effects
Following are the common symptoms observed in the patients using Niaspan:
- Dryness of the mouth
- Headache
- Migraine
- Redness of face
If you observe any of the following side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible or seek medical help:
- Flushing
- Bloating
- Blurred vision
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Impaired or dim vision
- Inflammation of the liver
- Gastric irritation
- Elevated serum aspartate transaminase
- Severe itching of the skin
- Diarrhea
- Hepatic failure
- Urticaria
- Cramps
- Hyperpigmentation of the skin
- Pain in a muscle or group of muscles
- Headache
- Ichthyosis
- Fainting
- Joint pain
- Muscle pains or weakness
- Severe headache (migraine)
- Signs of clotting problems (unusual nosebleeds, bruising, blood in urine, coughing blood, bleeding gums, cuts that don’t stop bleeding)
- Signs of liver problems (yellow eyes or skin, abdominal pain, dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting)
- Irregular heartbeat
- Rash
- Ringing in the ears
- Sweating
- Tiredness
- Vomiting
- Weakness
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 10542
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