Posted by lostforwards on October 15, 2005, at 8:06:15
In reply to Re: niacin » lostforwards, posted by gromit on October 14, 2005, at 22:54:49
> > 5000mg or 5grams daily.
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> Are you taking that much to lower cholestorol? The highest recommendation I've seen is 3 grams a day, for me that amount causes too much discomfort. I take 1.5 grams a day usually and an aspirin with each dose, that helps reduce the flush.
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> Does your doctor know you're taking that much? Mine is ok with taking niacin but she monitors my liver enzymes.
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> Rick
>I'm actually taking it because I feel a lack of motivation and feel terrible. I'm not sure if actually does anything. I don't really mind the flush. My doctor doesn't know I'm taking it.
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