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Nialip 375mg Tablet

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SALT COMPOSITION
Salt Synonyms
Niacin
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Nialip 375mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies. It helps treat conditions caused due to low levels of vitamin B3 in the body. Vitamin B3 helps in the maintenance of normal cholesterol levels.

Nialip 375mg Tablet also helps in the treatment of symptoms like loss of appetite, weakness, diarrhea, skin inflammation, and mental changes caused due to low levels of vitamin B3. Nialip 375mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit from it.

This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough vitamins in your diet.

Use of this medicine may cause few side effects such as itching, flushing redness of skin (erythema), and paresthesia in some patients. If any of these side effects bother you, consult with your doctor.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamins, so let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking. It is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking any other vitamin supplements.

Uses of Nialip Tablet

Benefits of Nialip Tablet

In Nutritional deficiencies

Nialip 375mg Tablet is a supplement of vitamin B3. It is used in the treatment of conditions caused due to low levels of vitamin B3 in the body. These include high triglycerides and cholesterol levels, appetite loss, weakness, diarrhea, and mental changes. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.

Side effects of Nialip Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nialip

  • Itching
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

How to use Nialip Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nialip 375mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nialip Tablet works

Nialip 375mg Tablet stimulates the formation of enzymes for triglyceride metabolism thereby reducing the levels of triglyceride and cholesterol in the body. .

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nialip 375mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nialip 375mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nialip 375mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Nialip 375mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nialip 375mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
However, a cautious use of Nialip 375mg Tablet is advised in patients with kidney disease as the information available is very limited.
Liver
CAUTION
Nialip 375mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nialip 375mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Nialip 375mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with active liver disease.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • It is best known to increase "good" cholesterol (HDL). This helps prevent heart attack and stroke.
  • It is better to take with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Avoid alcohol, spicy foods, hot beverages or hot baths right before you take Nialip 375mg Tablet.
  • You may feel hot and your skin colour may change after taking Nialip 375mg Tablet. Your doctor may tell you to take an aspirin 30 minutes before you take Nialip 375mg Tablet to reduce this effect.
  • Notify your doctor if you have unexplained muscle pain.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Pyridinecarboxylic Acids Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Vitamins

Interaction with drugs

Taking Nialip with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Diadose, Abacus, Disorb
Serious
Brand(s): Alvastatin, Atalo, ETO
Serious
Brand(s): Diabinese
Serious
Brand(s): Fluvalip
Serious

Patient concerns

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Hi, i go to gym and i wanna take nialip vitamin D3 tablet or if you can suggest any alternative for vitamin D3 also the side effects
Dr. Ankit Soni
Homeopathy
you may take Tab. D3 must 60k
I have triglyceride level of 380 and LDL is 81. What medicine should I take. I am taking nialip 250. HDL is 41.
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Cardiology
Restrict carbs n regularly exercise
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FAQs

Q. What is Nialip 375mg Tablet used for?

Nialip 375mg Tablet is used in the treatment of conditions caused due to low levels of vitamin B3 in the body. It helps to maintain normal cholesterol levels. It also helps in the treatment of symptoms like loss of appetite, weakness, diarrhea, skin inflammation and mental changes.

Q. Is Nialip 375mg Tablet effective?

Nialip 375mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Nialip 375mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How should Nialip 375mg Tablet be taken?

Nialip 375mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day to avoid the chances of missing a dose.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Nialip 375mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Nialip 375mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Is Nialip 375mg Tablet safe?

Nialip 375mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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