Niceritrol: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

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Dosage/Direction for Use Adverse Reactions Action CIMS Class ATC Classification

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Oral
Hyperlipidaemias
Adult: 250 mg tid, increase gradually to 1 g tid.

Adverse Reactions

Facial flushing, gastric discomfort.

Action

Niceritrol is an ester of pentaerythritol and nicotinic acid. It is hydrolysed to nicotinic acid in the body and has been used as a vasodilator and as a lipid-lowering agent.

CIMS Class

Dyslipidaemic Agents

ATC Classification

C10AD01 - niceritrol ; Belongs to the class of nicotinic acid and derivatives. Used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia.

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