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Symptoms of a Nexium overdose may include an increased heart rate, confusion, blurred vision, and nausea. This eMedTV resource discusses these and other possible effects of overdosing on Nexium, and explains how such an overdose is treated.
Nexium Precautions and Warnings
In the case of Nexium, precautions and warnings include such things as avoiding breastfeeding. This eMedTV Web page discusses other precautions and warnings for Nexium users, such as limiting the dosage in people with severe liver disease.
For those people taking Nexium, side effects may include such things as headache, diarrhea, and nausea. This eMedTV article discusses these and other side effects associated with taking Nexium, such as constipation and dry mouth.
In the case of Nexium, uses of the medication include treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This eMedTV article also discusses other uses for Nexium, such as using it to treat erosive esophagitis and H. pylori infections.
When niacin and Mevacor are used together, there is an increased risk of serious muscle problems occurring. This eMedTV page discusses why there is an increased risk and gives an example of when a doctor may actually recommend combining the drugs.
Taking niacin and Pravachol together can increase the risk of developing serious muscle problems. This eMedTV segment further describes these severe muscle conditions and explains why a combination of the two drugs can increase the risks.
When niacin and Vytorin are used together, there is an increased risk of developing serious muscle problems. This eMedTV resource discusses the reaction between Vytorin and niacin in detail and describes the muscle problems that may occur.
Taking niacin and Zocor together generally isn't recommended. This eMedTV page explains how taking these drugs together can raise the risk of serious muscle problems. One of these problems, rhabdomyolysis, can lead to loss of life in some cases.
Niacin extended-release is a prescription drug used to lower cholesterol, triglycerides, and the chance of another heart attack in some people. This eMedTV article covers the dosing, strengths, and possible side effects of this drug.
Niaspan is a prescription drug that lowers cholesterol and triglycerides in people who cannot lower their cholesterol through lifestyle changes alone. This eMedTV page covers Niaspan's uses, how it works, and how and when to take it.
Niaspan alternatives discussed in this eMedTV article include fibrates like Lofibra and Tricor, statins like Altoprev and Mevacor, and combination medicines. This article also lists factors that can affect which medication you are prescribed.
This eMedTV article suggests some remedies to try if you're taking Niaspan and insomnia becomes a problem, such as keeping a regular sleep-wake cycle and napping no later than 3 p.m. The article also lists common symptoms of insomnia.
This eMedTV page addresses numerous precautions and warnings related to Niaspan and liver problems, such as symptoms that may signify liver problems while you're taking Niaspan and pre-existing liver conditions that may preclude taking the drug at all.
As this eMedTV article explains, muscle pain is a rare Niaspan side effect. However, if you're taking Niaspan and muscle pain occurs, it could signify a very serious muscle condition. This page lists symptoms to report to your doctor right away.
Previous animal studies of Niaspan and pregnancy suggest that Niaspan could potentially harm a fetus. As this eMedTV page explains, a pregnant woman may take Niaspan if her doctor believes that its benefits outweigh the possible risk to the fetus.
This page on the eMedTV Web site lists things you can do if you're taking Niaspan and weight gain occurs, such as getting regular physical activity and eating a diet that features lean meats, nuts, and lots of fruits and vegetables.
The starting dose of Niaspan is 500 mg every night at bedtime. This eMedTV article lists the maximum recommended Niaspan dosage (2000 mg per day), as well as factors that affect Niaspan dosing (for example, the condition you're being treated for).
As this eMedTV page explains, Niaspan drug interactions can increase a person's risk of bleeding and cause dizziness and lightheadedness, among other things. This page lists drugs that Niaspan can interact with, such as warfarin, aspirin, and Calan.
Niaspan Precautions and Warnings
Some conditions to tell your doctor about before taking Niaspan include diabetes, gout, and liver failure. This eMedTV page also discusses the safety of pregnancy and breastfeeding while taking Niaspan, among other Niaspan precautions and warnings.
As this eMedTV segment explains, flushing of the face and neck occurs in up to 88 percent of people who take Niaspan. This page also covers Niaspan side effects like headache, diarrhea, and stomach pain, and gives statistics on how often they occur.
This eMedTV page covers Niaspan uses, such as lowering cholesterol and triglycerides and reducing the chance of another heart attack in people with a