What is Advicor/Lovastatin/niacin used for?

This medicine is used, along with proper diet and exercise to reduce your blood cholesterol levels.

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Advicor/Lovastatin/niacin be stored?

Store at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.

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When should Advicor/Lovastatin/niacin not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine or to similar medications.

What precautions should I follow when taking Advicor/Lovastatin/niacin?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have impairment of heart, lung, liver and kidney functions

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Advicor/Lovastatin/niacin?

Tell your doctor about any unusual muscle pain or weakness while using this medicine, as this could be a sign of a serious but rare side effect.

What are the side effects of Advicor/Lovastatin/niacin?

Most severe: Rapid or pronounced heartbeat, shortness of breath, swelling, sweating, chills, dizziness, and/or fainting

Most common: Weakness, flu symptoms, headache, infection, pain, diarrhea, nausea, itching, and rash.

Other: Flushing

How should I take Advicor/Lovastatin/niacin?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medicine without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.