Niacin extended-release/lovastatin is licensed to treat conditions related to cholesterol and heart disease. This eMedTV segment explains how this prescription drug works, describes its effects, and offers dosing information for the product.
Up to 19 percent of people using niacin extended-release/lovastatin stopped taking it due to side effects. This eMedTV page lists the most common side effects of niacin extended-release/lovastatin and explains which problems require medical attention.
Niacin extended-release/lovastatin is primarily used for treating high cholesterol or triglycerides. This eMedTV resource lists other approved uses for the prescription medication and describes how it works to treat various conditions.
The usual starting niacin extended-release/lovastatin dosage is 500 mg/20 mg once daily. This eMedTV Web page discusses dosing for this medication in more detail and explains how taking NSAIDs with it can help minimize flushing.
Danazol, nitrates, and fibrates may interact with niacin extended-release/lovastatin. This eMedTV page lists other products that may cause drug interactions with niacin extended-release/lovastatin and explores the possible risks of these interactions.
You should talk to your doctor before taking niacin extended-release/lovastatin if you have diabetes. This eMedTV segment lists other precautions and warnings with niacin extended-release/lovastatin and explains who should not use this drug.
