Which of the following is used for treatment of hypercholestremia: September 2010: (A) Thiamine, (B) Biotin, (C) Pyridoxine, (D) Nicotinic acid
Answer is D. Ans. D: Nicotinic Acid Niacin (Nicotinic acid) is a vitamin that lowers cholesterol levels. It is also called Vitamin B3 or nicotinic acid. Severe niacin deficiency in the diet can cause a disease called Pellagra.