<prompt> Which of the following is used for treatment of hypercholestremia: September 2010ThiamineBiotinPyridoxineNicotinic acid  <response>: 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. 