A Patient Who Has Been Taking Niacin (Niacor)daily for 1

question 29

Multiple Choice

A patient who has been taking niacin (Niacor) daily for 1 week reports intense itching.What is your best response?

• A) "This is a common side effect and many people can control it by taking aspirin."
• B) "Stop taking the drug and talk with your prescriber as soon as possible."
• C) "Unless your skin forms blisters or peels,continue to take the drug."
• D) "Do you have any other drug,food,pet,or pollen allergies?"

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