Niacin and burning sensation Patient Reports February 10, 2010

Niacin Side Effects Report #5573417-X
Niacin side effect was reported by a Health Professional from UNITED STATES on Dec 20, 2007. Male patient, 59 years of age, was diagnosed with hyperlipidaemia and was treated with Niacin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: anxiety , burning sensation, dyspnoea, pruritus, tearfulness. Niacin dosage: 1000MG HS PO. Patient recovered.

Niacin Side Effects Report #5848285-9
Niacin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 14, 2008. Female patient, 65 years of age, weighting 123.0 lb, was diagnosed with blood cholesterol increased and was treated with Niacin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: burning sensation, flushing, hypertension, paraesthesia, tachycardia, tremor. Niacin dosage: 500 MG. DAILY. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Niacin Side Effects Report #5094300-2
Niacin side effect was reported by a Consumer or non-health professional from UNITED STATES on Aug 30, 2006. Male patient, 51 years of age, weighting 198.0 lb, was diagnosed with blood cholesterol increased and was treated with Niacin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: burning sensation, heart rate increased, hypertension, overdose. Niacin dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.

Niacin Side Effects Report #4915255-4
Niacin side effect was reported by a Pharmacist from UNITED STATES on Feb 16, 2006. Female patient, weighting 180.0 lb, was diagnosed with blood cholesterol increased and was treated with Niacin. After drug was administered, patient experienced the following side effects: burning sensation, erythema. Niacin dosage: unknown. Patient was hospitalized. Patient recovered.