Wax Matrix Nicotinic Acid STUDIES

Highlights Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (n=121 adults) Extended-release, wax-matrix nicotinic acid (1,500 mg/day) supports lipid metabolism Inositol hexanicotinate (so-called flush-free niacin) shows no evidence of bioavailability. Summary This randomized, double-blind,...

Highlights Long-term use supports optimal LDL cholesterol metabolism Effective dosage: 1,500 mg/day for 38 weeks Excellent treatment compliance with 79% of participants completing study Possible synergistic effect with oat bran...

Highlights Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, comparison trial Effective amount to support cholesterol metabolism: 1,500-2,000 mg/day for 8 weeks Older adults (50-70 years) see most benefits. Summary This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial...

Highlights Comparison of different protocols (1,000-2,000 mg/day) over 20-week period 1,500 mg/day protocol is most effective and best tolerated with 96% adherence. Significantly better effect on cholesterol metabolism vs. diet-only or...

Highlights Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (91 men and women) Stepped-care, multiple therapy intervention Wax-matrix nicotinic acid (extended-release) provides additional support for cholesterol balance Summary This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial was...