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Advicor

Lovastatin + Niacin

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-0.5  Effectiveness
6.4  Side Effects
2.7  Holistic Benefits
RateADrug users have reported 2 side effects and 0 holistic benefits for this medication.
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The generic name of this medication is lovastatin, niacin. Brand name is Advicor.
The active ingredients of this medication are bismuth subsalicylate and cefditoren pivoxil.

Advicor is a cholesterol-lowering drug. Mainly used in improving cholesterol levels and lowering very high serum triglyceride levels, in combination with diet and exercise.
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Advicor, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
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Appetite 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Blood Pressure 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Breathing 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Confidence 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Digestion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Emotional Well-being 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Energy 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Eyesight 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Memory 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Mental Clarity 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Pain 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Patience 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Sexual Health 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Skin Complexion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Sleep 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Stress Level 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
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Commonly Reported Side Effects Ratings
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Abdominal Cramping 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Fatigue 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Muscle / Joint Pain 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Tingling Sensations 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
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Rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of muscle fibers) 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
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Episodes since taking Advicor
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Auto Accident 50%
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User Comments about Advicor
08 Jul 2009 Had to quit Advicor. Leg weakness and pain.
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