EEMT and Niacin

• Generic Name: esterified estrogens / methyltestosterone
• Dosage Forms: tablet, coated
• Other Brand Names: Covaryx, Covaryx HS, EEMT, EEMT DS, EEMT HS, Essian, Essian HS, Estratest, Estratest HS, Menogen HS, Menogen, Syntest HS, Syntest DS

Esterified estrogens are female sex hormones produced by the ovaries.

Methyltestosterone is a sex hormone that is produced in a man's testicles. Small amounts of testosterone are also produced in a woman's ovaries and adrenal system.

EEMT is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes or night sweats. EEMT is usually given only short-term (such as 3 to 6 months).

EEMT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: niacin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: B-3-50, B3-500-Gr, Niacin SR, Niacor, Niaspan ER, Slo-Niacin

Niacin, also called nicotinic acid, is a B vitamin (vitamin B3). It occurs naturally in plants and animals, and is also added to many foods as a vitamin supplement. It is also present in many multiple vitamins and nutritional supplements.

Niacin is used to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL) and triglycerides, and increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL).

Niacin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.