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“Alternative medications such as nicotinic acid and omega-3 fatty acids should be withheld in the preoperative period because these agents have been associated with hypotension and increased bleeding.”
“In conclusion, this study suggests that the regular use of omega-3 PUFAs along with niacin can potentially reduce the niacin-induced flushing response in sensitive patients.”