Lactic Acidosis Associated With High-Dose Niacin Therapy

doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/00007611-199104000-00022

Article10.1097/00007611-199104000-00022

Lactic Acidosis Associated With High-Dose Niacin Therapy

Thomas P. Earthman,LeROY ODOM,CATHERINE A. MULLINS-1991-04-01-Southern Medical Journal

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We have reported a case of lactic acidosis induced by ingestion of sustained-release nicotinic acid. Prompt recovery followed treatment with glucose-containing fluids and discontinuation of nicotinic acid therapy.

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We have reported a case of lactic acidosis induced by ingestion of sustained-release nicotinic acid. Prompt recovery followed treatment with glucose-containing fluids and discontinuation of nicotinic acid therapy.

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MedicineLactic acidosisNiacinAcidosisIntensive care medicineInternal medicine

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