Cholesterol Forums (Page 29)

I used to look at a word and the spelling looked either correct or not. Now often I cannot recognise if a word is correctly spelt by looking at the spelling. I have discussed this with my UK GP and come off the drug and this problem appears to have improved after just a few days. I've Googled this problem and cannot find anything. Anybody in the USA experienced this problem please? Stewart. ## I haven't seen any reports of such issues, but it's hard to say how any medication may affect any particular person that takes it and I really wouldn't be surprised at much of anything from the Statin class of drugs. Learn more Simvastatin details here. Another factor that you may want to consider is your age. There can be a natural decline in such cognitive abilities as you age an...

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how to convert U.S. cholesterol levels to British test results ## Based on my research, In the United States, and several other parts of the world, cholesterol is measured in milligrams of cholesterol per decilitre of blood. A total cholesterol level of less than 200 is considered good. In Canada and most of Europe, cholesterol is measured in millimoles per litre of blood. A cholesterol level below 5.2 is preferred. If you need to convert a cholesterol reading from milligrams per decilitre to millimoles per litre- Simply divide your cholesterol level by 38.6598. *In regards to your title Provocal"- did you mean to say Pravachol? If so, you can learn more about this drug on the page for Pravachol Details I hope this info helps!

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zintreprid ## This medication contains Ezetimibe and Simvastatin, it is used to help lower cholesterol levels, in combination with diet and exercise. You can learn more Ezetimibe details here and you can learn more Simvastatin details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. In some case the aches have been very severe and the medication had to be discontinued, so please inform your doctor if that happens to you. Are there any questions or comments?

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high cholesterol drug ## For anyone else looking for information, the name of the medication is actually Welchol and to is used in combination with diet and exercise to reduce LDL cholesterol. You can learn more Welchol details here. Side effects typically include nausea, headache, diarrhea and vomiting. Are there any questions or comments?

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little round pill with g5 on one side and 10 on other side it was one of my medicne bottle cant find will take back to par-a-care ## Hello, The pill in description is Pravastatin sodium (10 mg). It is used for lowering cholesterol and preventing cardiovascular disease. Common side effects of Pravastatin include: Headache and heartburn. Manufacturer: Glenmark Generics Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 68462-0195 You can learn more about this drug on the page for Pravastatin Details I hope this info helps!

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Is it dangerous taking Lipitor and Lyrica together, same day. ## I didn't find any interactions listed between the two, but you should double check this information to be certain. And, of course, you shouldn't do so, unless they've both been prescribed for you by a doctor. You can learn more Lipitor details here and you can learn more Lyrica details here. The main issue that you may experience would likely be a bit worsening of some of the side effects, such as nausea, drowsiness and dizziness. Have they both been prescribed by the same doctor?

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Hi I am trying to identify this pill. It is a small, light orange (almost peachish) tablet, on one side there is a V or " Cobalt Pharma logo on one side and "SV 10" on the other. Manufacturer: Cobalt Laboratories Inc National Drug Code (NDC): 16252-0506 This particular pill is identified as Simvastatin 10 mg; used in the treatment of high cholesterol. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Simvastatin Details Does this sound like a potential match?

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generic lipitor ## Simbastatin: 80 Mgs. What is the price for 90 day supply? ## For anyone else seeking information, the name of the medication is actually Simvastatin, it is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol. Learn more Simvastatin details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness and joint/muscle pain. And this website does not manufacture, prescribe nor sell any medications or products, it is an information only website. Is there anything I can help with? Are there any questions?

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Found in couch of teenage brothers room. Oblong shaped. CLear with white beads maybe yellow because of being old. No imprint ## It may be Aderol. ## could be Niacin- I found the same thing and I am trying to figure this out too ## how save is aderol for a 5 year old? ## When it comes to a capsule without markings, it is most likely an over the counter product of some type. Manufactured prescription medications are all required to have imprints to enable their identification. The only exception for something produced in the U.S. would be if it's something that was specially ordered by a doctor and put together by a compounding pharmacy, because they use capsules that have no specific markings for identification. Foreign medications are also not under the authority of the FDA and may ...

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i was taking livola to lower my cholesterol, it was working but, I find myself suffering from increasing muscle weakness and joint pain particularly in my shoulders and knees, it seem that my muscles are not strong enough to stabilize my joints, I stopped the livola but the joint pain has not subsided and the weakness is worse, I find a large loss of subcutaneous tissue that is not fat is this all a predicted or predictable side effece? ## Yes, those types of side effects are known to happen with all the statin class medications that are used to help lower cholesterol and many people have to stop taking them because of the problems. Learn more Livalo details here. How long ago did you stop taking it? If you were taking it for several months or more, then it can take several weeks for yo...

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I Am Taking Ecosprin Av 75 Since Last 8 Months Should Continue, i am 59 years old. My Total cholesterol HDL Direct is 40mg%, LDL 35.86%, LDL/HDL ratio 0.90%. I takes Losacar H one tablet daily since last four years. my BP Remains 130/80. Please advice should I continue Ecosprin Av 75. ## I AM 32 WEEKS PREGNENT SHALL I CONTINUE ECOSPRIN 75 TILL 34 WEEKS IS IT SAFE????

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Brown, round ## what is the namr of med ## Simvastatin (Generic for Zocor) 20mg A colesterol lowering medication made by Dr Reddy's Lab ## I was concerned that the pharmacist made an error filling my prescription, since my zocor (simvastatin) looked completely different from before. Good to hear that's what the round, brown RDY 199 is supposed to be. ## The identification provided is correct, so thanks go to Mark! Simvastatin can cause some problematic side effects in some people, so I want to warn everyone about the possibility, because sometimes they have been severe enough that people have had to stop taking it. These side effects may include nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle pain. Learn more Simvastatin details here. Is there anything I can help with?

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I am on fenofibrate 54 mg 1x a day and my dr wants me to increase to a larger dose. Can this be taken 2x a day until I use up my 90 day supply and then go to the next highest dose of 160mg? ## I'd suggest checking with your doctor or pharmacist, since 2 of them will still not equal the amount of the new dosage. What has your doctor advised? An increase in dosage could cause you to experience more side effects, which may include: nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and skin reactions. ## I am also on fenofibrate 54 mg 1x a day my dr wants me to increase to a larger dose can this be taken 2 x a day. Can the fenofibrate 54 mg tabs be doubled up like this per day? Why didn't he just order a one tab of 108 mg? Instead of me taking two tabs of 54 mg each??

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Cholestyramine distributed by apothecon - Does Blue Cross cover this medication? ## Does cholestyramine come in pill form? ## I have never seen it as a pill form. I have been taking it for 18 years daily. ## Can you tell me how much this product would cost without insurance? Also is there a way to legally donate this medicine if the product is no longer needed?

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I take lipitor at night after I eat. Is this ok or should I take it with my meal. because I also take amlopodine at that time. ## If that's what works for you, then there is really no reason to change it. This medication can actually cause some problematic side effects in some people and taking it after eating helps to minimize the risk of them occurring. Learn more Lipitor details here. Did your doctor suggest you do it differently?

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rose colored pill with 93 on one side and 7155 on the other ## This pill is simvastatin 40 mg, which is the generic for Zocor, used to lower Cholesterol levels. ## The identification provided by stew601 is correct, so thank you! Simvastatin is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol and it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Simvastatin details here. Is there anything I can help with?

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sir--my angioplasty was done in 2006.i was prescribed atrovastatin 10 mg /day till date.when i complained about slight lethargy and tiredness ,the doctor prescribed SIMVASTATIN 10 mg./day.after reading its side effects ,is it adviseable to take the medicine?

what are the side effects of taking astorvastatin 10 mg? i am also taking ursodoil 300mg tablets ## Atorvastatin is used to help lower cholesterol. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Read more: Ursodiol is a bile acid that is used to help dissolve gall stones. Common side effects may include: nausea, diarrhea, sore throat and hair loss. Read more: Are there any comments or questions? ## I USED TO TAKE ATORVA FOR 3YEARS AFTER MY BYEPASS.I EXPERIANCED WEEKNESS,DROWSINESS AND LOSS OF MY MEMORY.I AM 74.after stopping atorva I am feeling much better.My mental faculty is improving. Do I need a replacement for atorrva?

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I found a round peach colored pill with A on one side and 02 on the other could you tell me what it is? ## peach coloured pill with either 1-2 or i-2 inscribed ## What is a round peach colored, or pinkish colored pill, with A on one side and 02 on the other side? ## The tablet with the A on one side and 02 on the other that is a pink color contains 20mgs of Simvastatin, which is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Simvastatin details here. I am not, however, finding anything on the other tablet. I know of a dark red one with a marking like that, but not a peach one. Does anyone else recognize it?

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A round pink/peach colored with an A on one side and a 02 on the other ## what is this pill ## What is purpose of a pill (pink) with 02 on one side and A on the other side. What is purpose of a obong white pill with 10 on one side and 155 or 156 on the other side. ## The pill with the A 02 marking contains 20mgs of Simvastatin, which is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Simvastatin details here. I'm sorry, but I can't find a listing for the other tablet. Does anyone else know what it might be?

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