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Return to IndexStep 1: The Dangers of High CholesterolStep 2: Types of CholesterolStep 3: What Causes High Cholesterol?Step 4: Symptoms of High CholesterolStep 5: Cholesterol Screening and TestingStep 6: Maintain Healthy HabitsStep 7: Cholesterol-Lowering DrugsStep 8: You and Your Doctor are a TeamKeypointsGlossary
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Return to IndexStep 1: The Dangers of High CholesterolStep 2: Types of CholesterolStep 3: What Causes High Cholesterol?Step 4: Symptoms of High CholesterolStep 5: Cholesterol Screening and TestingStep 6: Maintain Healthy HabitsStep 7: Cholesterol-Lowering DrugsStep 8: You and Your Doctor are a TeamKeypointsGlossary
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| Drug treatments: Nicotinic acid (niacin) |
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For many years, doses of 1 - 3 grams of nicotinic acid per day has been a treatment option for low HDL cholesterol, high LDL cholesterol, and triglyceride levels. However, newer studies have shown use of nicotinic acid for treating these problems may actually increase your risk of heart and blood vessel problems. Talk to your doctor before using this treatment on your own.
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Review Date:
9/2/2011
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, and David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Norma Keller, MD, Assistant Professor, Cardiac and Vascular Institute, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (12/20/2010).
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, and David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Norma Keller, MD, Assistant Professor, Cardiac and Vascular Institute, NYU Langone Medical Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (12/20/2010).
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