Description
Uses:
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Reduces bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (Atorvastatin + Ezetimibe)
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Increases good cholesterol (HDL)
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Helps prevent heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications
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Effective in patients not achieving target cholesterol with statin alone
Dosage:
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Usually one tablet daily, or as prescribed by the doctor
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Dose may be adjusted according to lipid profile
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Regular cholesterol monitoring recommended
How to use:
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Swallow the tablet whole with water
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Can be taken with or without food
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Take at the same time every day
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Continue even if cholesterol improves
Precautions:
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Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding
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Use cautiously in liver disease or heavy alcohol use
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Report muscle pain, weakness, or dark urine immediately
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Periodic liver function tests may be recommended
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Inform doctor about all other cholesterol-lowering medicines
Side effects:
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Muscle pain or cramps
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Headache
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Stomach discomfort, nausea
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Increased liver enzymes (rare)
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Fatigue
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Allergic reactions (rare)







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