Evaluation of the Safety & Efficacy of a Combination of Niacin ER & Simvastatin in Patients With Dyslipidemia (OCEANS)

Summary

The purpose of this 24 week study is to compare the effectiveness and safety of different doses of Niacin ER/Simvastatin (NS) in subjects with elevated fat levels in their blood (dyslipidemia). At least 600 subjects with a similar medical condition will take part in this study.

Timeline

Start

2004-03

Primary completion

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Completion

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Publications

• Karas RH, Kashyap ML, Knopp RH, Keller LH, Bajorunas DR, Davidson MH. Long-term safety and efficacy of a combination of niacin extended release and simvastatin in patients with dyslipidemia: the OCEANS study. Am J Cardiovasc Drugs. 2008;8(2):69-81. doi: 10.2165/00129784-200808020-00001.

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