Is there a generic for NIASPAN?
The popular extended-release cholesterol medication, Niaspan is now available as generic niacin ER. What is niacin ER? Niaspan (Niacin ER) is used to treat high cholesterol, along with diet and exercise.
Is there a generic drug for niacin?
Prescription niacin is available as a generic drug and as brand-name drugs. Brand names: Niacor, Niaspan. Niacor comes as an oral tablet, and Niaspan comes as an oral extended-release tablet. Generic niacin comes in both forms.
Is niacin and NIASPAN the same thing?
NIASPAN is pharmaceutical grade niacin. Niacin (nicotinic acid) is a B vitamin that your body uses to help turn food into energy. NIASPAN is a prescription medication that, when used along with diet and exercise, has been shown to provide cholesterol benefits.
Can you buy niacin ER over the counter?
Niacin is available over the counter in an immediate release, as well as an extended release formulation. It is available via prescription as a long acting tablet, Niaspan.
Is there an over the counter NIASPAN?
Nicotinic acid, also known as vitamin B3 and more commonly known as niacin, is available in several formulations that include immediate-release (IR), sustained-release (SR), and extended-release (ER) products such as Niaspan (AbbVie). Only the IR and SR niacin formulations are available OTC in the United States.
Has NIASPAN been discontinued?
This product was discontinued on June 30, 2017. Please note that NIASPAN FCT® (extended-release film coated tablets) 500 mg and 1000 mg will remain on the market.
What is NIASPAN prescribed for?
Used along with low-cholesterol diet and exercise, NIASPAN works to help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and help raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol and lower triglycerides (“fats”) in your blood.
Is there an over-the-counter NIASPAN?
Is NIASPAN available over the counter?
How much does NIASPAN cost?
The cost for Niaspan oral tablet, extended release 500 mg is around $495 for a supply of 90 tablets, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans….Oral Tablet, Extended Release.
| Quantity | Per unit | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 90 | $9.65 | $868.36 |