Overview

SLIM: Combined Effects of Slo-Niacin and Atorvastatin on Lipoproteins and Inflammatory Markers in Hyperlipidemia

Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2006-01-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Slo-Niacin and atorvastatin (Lipitor) are both drugs that lower cholesterol. In this research, we will compare the effectiveness of Slo-Niacin and atorvastatin taken alone and together. This study will help show how the individual benefits of the two drugs taken separately can be combined when taken together.
Phase:
Phase 4
Details
Lead Sponsor:
University of Washington
Collaborator:
Upsher-Smith Laboratories
Treatments:
Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin Calcium
Niacin
Niacinamide
Nicotinic Acids