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Advicor

niacin / lovastatin
Used for High Cholesterol
Used for High Cholesterol

Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) is used to treat high cholesterol. It's a combination medication that should be used along with a low-fat diet. This medication is no longer available in the United States because it was discontinued.

Last reviewed on December 20, 2021
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What is Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) ?

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Drug Facts

Common BrandsAdvicor (brand no longer available)
Drug ClassAntilipemic
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
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Frequently asked questions about Advicor (niacin / lovastatin)

What is Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) ?
Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) is a combination of two medications used to lower cholesterol and fat in your blood (triglycerides). Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, lowers the production of cholesterol in your body. Lovastatin is a statin that lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL) in your body. If your cholesterol levels are too high, it can lead to heart disease, heart attack, or stroke.
Is Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) still available?
No. Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) is no longer available in the United States.
Why was Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) discontinued?
According to the FDA, Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) was discontinued and withdrawn from the market in April 2016 due to concerns of safety and effectiveness.
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Interactions between Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) and other drugs

Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Advicor (niacin / lovastatin) . Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

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