a 500 (Niaspan 500 mg)
Generic Name: niacin
Pill imprint a 500 has been identified as Niaspan 500 mg.
Niaspan is used in the treatment of high cholesterol; hyperlipoproteinemia; hyperlipoproteinemia type iv, elevated vldl; hyperlipoproteinemia type v, elevated chylomicrons vldl and belongs to the drug classes miscellaneous antihyperlipidemic agents, vitamins. Risk cannot be ruled out during pregnancy. Niaspan 500 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Generic Name:
- niacin
- Imprint:
- a 500
- Strength:
- 500 mg
- Color:
- Orange
- Shape:
- Capsule-shape
- Availability:
- Rx and/or OTC
- Drug Class:
- Miscellaneous antihyperlipidemic agents
Vitamins - Pregnancy Category:
- C - Risk cannot be ruled out
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Manufacturer:
- Abbott Laboratories
- National Drug Code (NDC):
- 00074-3074
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