Advicore

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 Advicor? Advacore is a common misspelling of Advicor.
 
Advicor® (niacin extended-release/lovastatin) is a combination medicine approved for the treatment of high cholesterol and high triglycerides. Containing niacin and lovastatin, the drug works by controlling the rate at which the body produces cholesterol and decreasing the release of triglycerides into the blood. Regular use can result in a decrease of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides, and an increase of HDL cholesterol. Potential side effects may include flushing, infection, or general feeling of weakness.
 
(Click Advicor for more information on the various strengths available, the effects of the drug, and an explanation of how it works to lower cholesterol. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD