Proper use of this medication

Usual Dose:

ADVICOR is a combination product that supplies a fixed dose of extended-release niacin and lovastatin. Before taking ADVICOR, your doctor will have determined the right dose for you of each component (niacin and lovastatin) and helped you slowly increase your dose of each separately.

ADVICOR is used for maintenance therapy once you have reached a stable dose of niacin and lovastatin.

Doses of ADVICOR greater than 2000/40 mg daily are not recommended. If ADVICOR therapy is discontinued for an extended period (>7 days), reinstitution of therapy should begin with the lowest dose of ADVICOR
ADVICOR tablets are designed to be taken whole. Do not break, crush, or chew them.

This medication is prescribed for the particular condition you have. Do not give this medication to other people or use it for any other condition.

Other Helpful Hints:

• Always take ADVICOR in one dose at bedtime.
• To minimize the risk of stomach upset, take ADVICOR with a low-fat snack.
• Avoid spicy foods and hot or alcoholic beverages around the time of taking ADVICOR.
• If the side effect flushing is bothersome, (see Side Effects and What to Do About Them, below), discuss it with your doctor, and your doctor may recommend that you take acetylsalicylic acid, if this is appropriate for you up to 30 minutes before taking ADVICOR. Be sure to tell your doctor about any vitamins or other nutritional supplements containing niacin you are currently taking.

Overdose:

Seek medical attention.

Missed Dose:

You should take ADVICOR every night at bedtime as prescribed. If you miss a dose, take your usual ADVICOR dose the next evening; do not make up for missed doses by taking extra tablets.

If you stop taking ADVICOR for a week or more, contact your doctor for instructions.

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