The best for you that your family doctor check your progress at regular appointments . This will allow your family doctor to see if the drug is help you to lower your cholesterol and triglyceride - fat levels and if you must continue to take it.
Do not stop taking niacin without first checking with your family doctor . When you stop taking this drug, your blood cholesterol levels may increase again. Your family doctor may want you to follow a special diet to help prevent this from happening.
Do not take vitamins or other dietary supplements unless they have been discussed with your family doctor. This especially includes vitamins or dietary supplements that contain niacin or similar ingredients.
This drug may effect blood sugar levels. If you notice a change in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests or if you have any questions, check with your family doctor.
This drug may cause you to feel dizzy or faint, especially when you get up from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help. This effect must lessen after a week or two as your body gets using to the drug. However, if the problem continues or gets worse, check with your family doctor.