Read user comments about the side effects, benefits, and effectiveness of Niaspan oral.
Overall User Ratings
273 Total User Reviews
User Reviews
Learn about
User Reviews
Reviewer: Elaine, 55-64 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
tonight was my first time taking this medication. After reading the reviews I did not know it is so expensive, I am unable to take statins I get too much pain in my legs Thanks for the appelsauce thing I am gona go get some tomorrow I go for my first appt with a cardiologist in a month so I really hope this works for me I have a huge hx of heart desease in family.
7
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: Jim S., 75 or over Male on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
While I have not experienced severe side effects as some have, I am very disappointed to hear that this very expensive drug is,like Zetia (that I have taken for some time proir) not as effective as claimed. If the cost was five or ten cents a dose it would be one thing but the stuff is $5.00 a dose!
8
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: twinklebarrte, 55-64 Male on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I haqve a terrible skin rash and dry scaley skin on my calfs and shins.
5
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: blondie, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I do not have any problems taking this medication as others do. Never have flushed or itched. The secret is eating 3 heaping tablespoons of applesauce and then setting alarm for 30 min.and taking my niaspan. I eat nothing else after this and do not take additional medications with it. I have NEVER had a problem with side effects. The applesauce coats the stomach (pectin). My doctor told me about
...
Show Full Comment
36
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: 55-64 Male on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
lowers triglycerides well
6
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Ask the pharmacist
Questions about medications? Get expert answers by video or live chat about allergies, pregnancy, sleep, and more.
See the Ask the Pharmacist event schedule.
WebMD the app
Get trusted health information. Whenever. Wherever... with your iPhone, iPad or Android.
Find Out MoreIMPORTANT: About This Section and Other User-Generated Content on WebMD
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatment or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.