Niacin for Cholesterol Reduction?

[longrob]

Anyone have any experience taking 0.5-1 gram niacin ed to lower LDL and raise HDL? I am also taking 10mg zocor. I haven't discussed this w/ my doc, but want to lower my LDL which is presently at 160.

 

[dg806]

Yep that needs to come down. Niacin will help.
You need to make sure that it does not interfere with the zocor though.

 

[BignBad]

High doses of niacin can lead to liver damage.

 

[Steveoph]

High doses of niacin can lead to liver damage.

See the safety info Invalid Link Removed. That's a must-read if you plan on using niacin. Basically avoid time-release niacin if you plan on dosing high.