Ridel ER is used for hyperlipidaemias, Nicotinic acid deficiency, and Ischaemic events.
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Ridel ER is a medication primarily used to treat conditions stemming from low levels of vitamin B3 in the body. It's beneficial for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and alleviating symptoms such as appetite loss, weakness, diarrhea, skin inflammation, and cognitive changes. Typically, Ridel ER is taken regularly, ideally at the same time each day, and with or without food. While it may cause minor side effects like itching, flushing, redness of the skin, and tingling, these usually subside over time. Before starting Ridel ER, it's crucial to inform your doctor about any existing heart, kidney, or liver conditions, as well as other medications you're taking, to ensure safety and efficacy.
Ridel ER should be used with caution with alcohol as there may be an interaction. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Not enough studies have been done on pregnant women. Ridel ER should be used with caution in pregnancy and only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Ridel ER should be used with caution in nursing mothers. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Ridel ER commonly has no effects on driving. However, do not drive if you experience any side effects such as dizziness.
Ridel ER should be used with caution in those with pre-existing kidney disease. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Ridel ER should be used with caution in those with pre-existing liver disease. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Niacin deficiency, Pellagra, Hypercholesterolaemia, Atherosclerosis
Common side effects include flushing, heat sensation, faintness, tingling, itching, headache, dizziness, and more. It may also affect glucose tolerance, liver function, and platelet counts.
Ridel ER Tablet is a vitamin supplement. It contains Nicotinic acid. It is used to address niacin deficiency which happens as a result of disease, drugs, or alcoholism.
Nicotinic acid, a derivative of vitamin B3, reduces total serum cholesterol, LDL, VLDL, and triglycerides, while increasing HDL cholesterol. The exact mechanisms are still unclear.
Adult Dose: Initial dose for hyperlipidaemias is 250 mg once daily in the evening, with subsequent adjustments every 4-7 days until desired cholesterol levels are achieved. Max: 6 g daily.
Child Dose: For treatment of pellagra: 100-300 mg daily in divided doses.
It should be taken with food, typically after a low-fat snack.
Ridel ER may interact with other medications, such as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, colestyramine, aspirin, and ganglionic blocking agents, potentially leading to adverse effects like myopathy, hypotension, and reduced bioavailability.
It's contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Niacin, significant or unexplained hepatic dysfunction, active peptic ulcer disease, or arterial bleeding.
Niacin cannot be used in pregnancy and lactation because of a lack of information.
Patients with unstable angina, acute MI, CHD, DM, gout, or history of peptic ulceration should take caution. Regular monitoring of liver function tests and blood glucose is advised.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
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