NEET PG Medical – 2018 – Question – 66
Niacin therapy is contraindicated in diabetes because –
a) Increases the blood sugar levels
b) Causes scleroderma
c) Difficult to give injection
d) Increases the metabolism of oral hypoglycemic drugs
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Correct Answer – A
Answer: A – increases the blood sugar levels
Niacin therapy has potential effects on blood sugar levels.
Increases the blood glucose levels in diabetes patients