What Is Niacin Extended-Release/Simvastatin Used For?

Niacin Extended-Release/Simvastatin Information

Niacin Extended-Release/Simvastatin as Part of Cholesterol Treatment

The main goal of any treatment plan for high cholesterol is to lower your LDL cholesterol enough to reduce your risk of developing related problems (see Effects of High Cholesterol). The higher your risk, the lower your LDL goal will be.

(Click High Cholesterol Risk to see a list of risk factors that may affect your cholesterol level and a general guideline of ideal LDL cholesterol levels.)

Any cholesterol treatment begins with lifestyle changes (weight loss, low cholesterol diet, and exercise). If lifestyle changes alone are not effective in lowering cholesterol to a good level, cholesterol medication, such as niacin extended-release/simvastatin, may be necessary.

Can It Be Used in Children?

Niacin extended-release/simvastatin has not been approved for use in children.

Off-Label Uses

On occasion, your healthcare provider may recommend niacin extended-release/simvastatin for treating something other than the conditions listed above. This is called an "off-label" use. Using this drug to prevent heart or blood vessel disease (cardiovascular disease), heart attacks, strokes, or other such problems would be considered to be off-label uses of niacin extended-release/simvastatin.

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