Niaspan FCT (Extended Release)

The active ingredient is Vitamin B3 (Nicotinic Acid). Inactive ingredients are: Methylcellulose, Povidone, Stearic acid, Polyethylene glycol, FD&C yellow #6/sunset yellow FCF Aluminum Lake, Synthetic red and yellow iron oxides,, Titanium dioxide, Shellac, Dehydrated alcohol, Isopropyl alcohol, Butyl alcohol, Propylene glycol, Ammonia solution, Potassium hydroxide, Black iron oxide

Avoid taking Niaspan medication if you are allergic to niacin or any ingredients of the medication. Make sure to consult your doctor first. Avoid the use of medicine if you have active peptic (stomach or intestinal) ulcer, bleeding, severe or unexplained liver or kidney problems and if you have a history of jaundice.

Following are the common symptoms observed in the patients using Niaspan: Dryness of the mouth, Headache, Migraine, Redness of face If you observe any of the following side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible or seek medical help: Flushing, Bloating, Blurred vision, Abnormal heart rhythm, Impaired or dim vision, Inflammation of the liver, Gastric irritation, Elevated serum aspartate transaminase, Severe itching of the skin, Diarrhea, Hepatic failure, Urticaria, Cramps, Hyperpigmentation of the skin, Pain in a muscle or group of muscles, Headache, Ichthyosis, Fainting, Joint pain, Muscle pains or weakness, Severe headache (migraine), Signs of clotting problems (unusual nosebleeds, bruising, blood in urine, coughing blood, bleeding gums, cuts that don’t stop bleeding), Signs of liver problems (yellow eyes or skin, abdominal pain, dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting), Irregular heartbeat, Rash, Ringing in the ears, Sweating, Tiredness, Vomiting, Weakness