Niacin extended-release/simvastatin is a prescription drug used for lowering cholesterol and triglycerides. This eMedTV segment offers a more in-depth look at this medication and its effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Common side effects of niacin extended-release/simvastatin include nausea, diarrhea, and flushing. This eMedTV page lists other possible side effects and explains which problems are potentially serious and should be reported to a doctor immediately.
As this eMedTV page explains, niacin extended-release/simvastatin is used for treating high cholesterol and triglycerides. This article also discusses possible off-label uses and describes how the drug works.
The recommended starting niacin extended-release/simvastatin dosage is 500/20 mg once daily. This eMedTV resource offers more detailed niacin dosing information and includes warnings and precautions for using this drug.
Certain antibiotics and antifungals may cause drug interactions with niacin extended-release/simvastatin. This eMedTV segment explores the effects of these interactions and lists other drugs that may interfere with niacin extended-release/simvastatin.
Niacin extended-release/simvastatin can increase blood sugar in people with diabetes. This eMedTV article provides more precautions and warnings with niacin extended-release/simvastatin and offers information on who should not take this drug.
