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

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.

Timeline

Start

2003-08

Primary completion

2006-01

Completion

2006-01

Drugs

Indications