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Distinctive polygel? Controlled Release Designed to Reduce Flushing
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Nicotinic Acid
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Clinically Proven to Support Good Cholesterol
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SLO-NIACIN? Tablets contain niacin (nicotinic acid) and are clinically proven to support good cholesterol (HDL).?? Among the forms of niacin, including flush-free niacins, only nicotinic acid, the key ingredient in SLO-NIACIN?, is clinically proven to support good cholesterol (HDL).??
SLO-NIACIN? helps maintain good cholesterol within the normal range.??
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Distinctive Polygel? System
The distinctive polygel? system in SLO-NIACIN? ensures a controlled release of niacin, and is designed to reduce the likelihood of niacin flushing.??
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What is Niacin Flushing?
Flushing is a common side effect of using niacin. Flushing is associated with temporary itching and tingling, feelings of warmth and headache, particularly when you first start taking niacin or when you increase the dose. Not everyone experiences flushing when taking niacin.
The “flush-free” myth
Although “flush-free” types of niacin may not cause flushing, these types of niacin are not clinically proven to support good cholesterol.??? SLO-NIACIN? Tablets contain niacin (nicotinic acid) and are clinically proven to support good cholesterol (HDL).??
Tips to avoid niacin flushing?
? Talk to your healthcare professional about taking 1 aspirin or ibuprofen 30 minutes before taking SLO-NIACIN? Tablets
? Take SLO-NIACIN? Tablets with a low-fat snack and cold water
? Take SLO-NIACIN? Tablets before going to bed
? Do not take SLO-NIACIN? Tablets with spicy foods, alcohol, coffee, tea, or other hot drinks
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Dr. Carl Lavie urges people to make informed choices when adding a niacin dietary supplement to their daily health routine. Some forms of niacin have not been clinically proven to support good cholesterol.
Watch the video to learn more.
Dr. Carl Lavie is a leading cardiologist and Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Prevention at the John Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute, New Orleans, LA.
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DIRECTIONS:
250 mg: Adults — one SLO-NIACIN? Tablet morning or evening, or as directed by a physician.
500 mg: Adults — one SLO-NIACIN? Tablet morning or evening, or as directed by a physician.
Before using 500 mg daily or more, consult a physician.
CAUTION:
Niacin may cause temporary flushing, itching and tingling, feelings of warmth and headache, particularly when beginning, increasing amount or changing brand of niacin. These effects seldom require discontinuing niacin use. Skin rash, upset stomach, and low blood pressure when standing are less common symptoms; if they persist, contact a physician.
WARNINGS:
SLO-NIACIN? Tablets should not be used by persons with a known sensitivity or allergy to niacin. Persons with heart disease, particularly those who have recurrent chest pain (angina) or who recently suffered a heart attack, should take niacin only under the supervision of a physician. Persons taking high blood pressure or cholesterol-lowering drugs should contact a physician before taking niacin because of possible interactions. Case reports of myopathy (unexplained muscle related complaints, including discomfort, weakness, or tenderness) have been documented with the use of HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors in combination with lipid-altering doses of niacin therapy (≥1 gram of niacin per day). Do not take niacin unless recommended by and taken under the supervision of a physician if you have any of the following conditions: gallbladder disease, gout, arterial bleeding, glaucoma, diabetes, impaired liver function, peptic ulcer, pregnancy or lactating women. Increased uric acid and glucose levels and abnormal liver function tests have been reported in persons taking daily doses of 500 mg or more of niacin.
Discontinue use and consult a physician immediately if any of the following symptoms occur: persistent flu-like symptoms (nausea, vomiting, a general “not well” feeling); loss of appetite; a decrease in urine output associated with dark-colored urine; muscle discomfort such as tender, swollen muscles or muscle weakness; irregular heartbeat; or cloudy or blurry vision.
Keep out of reach of children.