A cholesterol-lowering medication manages high cholesterol levels by reducing bad cholesterol (LDL-C) and triglycerides in the blood to avoid the risk of atherosclerosis and preserve the health of the heart and blood vessels.
Benefits:
- Reduces risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart surgery in individuals with high cardiovascular risks and type 2 diabetes.
- Helps manage cholesterol levels in adults and children aged 10 years with inherited high cholesterol.
- Used with diet in adults with primary hyperlipidemia.
Precautions:
- Not suitable for people with active liver issues or certain allergic reactions.
- Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding; may harm the baby.
- Use cautiously if you have kidney problems, diabetes, or thyroid issues.
- Limit grapefruit juice, as it may interact with the medication.
- Inform your doctor of any other medications to avoid interactions.
Main Ingredient & Benefits:
- Atorvastatin: A statin that inhibits a liver enzyme responsible for cholesterol production, helping to lower LDL-C and triglycerides while slightly increasing HDL-C (good cholesterol). This effect reduces plaque buildup in the arteries, lowering the risk of heart complications.
Side Effects:
- Common: Runny nose, sore throat, muscle and joint pain, diarrhea, and upset stomach.
- Rare: Unexplained muscle pain with fever or weakness, signs of liver issues (e.g., jaundice, dark urine), severe skin reactions.
- Potential blood sugar increase, especially in people with diabetes.
Benefits:
- Reduces risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of heart surgery in individuals with high cardiovascular risks and type 2 diabetes.
- Helps manage cholesterol levels in adults and children aged 10 years with inherited high cholesterol.
- Used with diet in adults with primary hyperlipidemia.
Precautions:
- Not suitable for people with active liver issues or certain allergic reactions.
- Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding; may harm the baby.
- Use cautiously if you have kidney problems, diabetes, or thyroid issues.
- Limit grapefruit juice, as it may interact with the medication.
- Inform your doctor of any other medications to avoid interactions.
Main Ingredient & Benefits:
- Atorvastatin: A statin that inhibits a liver enzyme responsible for cholesterol production, helping to lower LDL-C and triglycerides while slightly increasing HDL-C (good cholesterol). This effect reduces plaque buildup in the arteries, lowering the risk of heart complications.
Side Effects:
- Common: Runny nose, sore throat, muscle and joint pain, diarrhea, and upset stomach.
- Rare: Unexplained muscle pain with fever or weakness, signs of liver issues (e.g., jaundice, dark urine), severe skin reactions.
- Potential blood sugar increase, especially in people with diabetes.
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