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lower cholesterol ## Niacin is a water-soluble vitamin necessary for many aspects of health, growth, and reproduction. It is part of the vitamin B complex. Niacin assists in the functioning of the digestive system, skin, and nerves. It is also important for the conversion of food to energy. Niacin (also known as vitamin B-3) is found in dairy products, poultry, fish, lean meats, nuts, and eggs. Legumes and enriched breads and cereals also supply some niacin. A deficiency of niacin causes pellagra. The symptoms include inflamed skin, digestive problems, and mental impairment. Large doses of niacin can cause liver damage, peptic ulcers, and skin rashes. Even normal doses can be associated with skin flushing. It can be prescribed as a treatment for elevated total cholesterol and other type...

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side effect and benefit of simvor 20 ## Side effects of SIMVOR 20 ## Simvor contains the active ingredient Simvastatin and is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth and joint/muscle aches. Read more: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## My dad switched from Simvor 20mg to 40mg two weeks ago and is now vomiting and experiencing dizziness. Could that be the cause?

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I have been using Cholestyramine powder for a long time for digestive problems. It works great, now my prescription provider will not cover it but will cover Cholestyramine Light. Is there a difference and what is it? ## Cholestyramine Light is just one of a few brand names for Cholestyramine. They do contain the same ingredient, but may be used in a different manner than the powdered form. I haven't been able to confirm if the Light version is an oral tablet or something else. User guidelines note that: Cholestyramine is available as powder form, in 4 gram packets, or in larger canisters. In the United States, it can be purchased either as a generic medicine, or as Questran or Questran Light (Bristol-Myers Squibb). You can view more information about this medication in the link bel...

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I suffer from alcoholic fatty liver. I no longer drink as of 1 month. my enzynes are now normal. my doctor percribed 160mg of fenofibrate. for high triglycerides( currently at 210) I have been taking for 9 days but am getting alittle concern. I have been thinking of tossing the meds. any suggestions? ## Hi jack, In my honest opinion, the best way to normalize triglyceride levels/reduce cholesterol is stay on top of your diet. A couple "fruit-only or veggie-only" meals throughout the day would probably have a very significant impact on normalizing pretty much everything; from enzymes, vitamins and minerals, cholesterol, excess fat, any acidity from the alcohol, etc. As you can probably tell, I'm not a big advocate of using prescription drugs, since there are so many natural o...

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i have cholesterol and i am using astin 10mg tablets for the last 1 year and now i noticed that some white patches on my skin.....can you explain me for what reason those patches come ? ## Exactly what do you mean by white patches? Is it discoloration of your skin, or patches of dry skin? Astin contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin and it can cause some problematic side effects, but I can't really give you an answer, without knowing more information. Learn more Astin details here.

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i have been prescribed fibator for triglycerides 296,tc 207,hdl 40.i am losing weight naturally.does fib ator helps to lose weight? ## Fibator contains Atorvastatin and Fenofibrate and this isn't a common side effect, but the Atorvastatin in this has been known to cause some unusual ones in some people that take it. Learn more Atorvastatin details here. Learn more Fenofibrate details here. Have you also changed your diet, so you are eating less fat and cholesterol? If so, that would also cause weight loss in most cases. ## I have changed my diet.But the weight loss was 2.5 kgs in 2 weeks.The weight loss was initial.Now it is the same weight 75 kgs.Thanks lot for the reply.

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My Total cholosterol levels is maintained above 260 mg.dl I have been advised storvas5 mg tab. What are its side effects. I am aged 33 and is taking thyronorm 50 mcg ## My Total cholosterol levels is maintained above 260 mg.dl I have been advised storvas20mg tab. ## My Total cholesterol levels is above 260 mg. cross high label. I am already take storvas 20mg tablets. Please advise best option to reduce the cholesterol. My age is 28y.

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Could Atolip 10 be making me feel utterly exhausted, wanting to sleep during the day instead of working? ## Atolip contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, which is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol and yes, it can cause that in some people. Learn more Atolip details here. Have you contacted your doctor? If the fatigue is that severe, then you may need to try a different medication.

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I am noticing memory being(forgetfull). I have been on Lipitor from long time 2-3 years, Muscel pain and general weaness...Could it be Lipitor...any body know...? ## These are not listed as side effects, please see your doctor. ## I vomitted twice and once loose motion. The doctor prescribed me with : 1. Suprazole 200(one table thrice daily) 2. Buscopan 10 mg (one tablet thrice daily) 3. Premosan (one tablet thrice daily before meals) 4. ORS (One sachet to be mixed in 1 ltr. of water and taken) Please advice if OK ## For the latest research on Lipitor and its effects, go to ## dear friend, Your question is good but keep one thing in mind, your doctor has personally examined you and given you this advice. He is more likely to give good relief than someone on the net who has not even see...

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My doctor prescribed Triplix to me to replace Tricor. I am on these medicines cause I have low good cholesterol. I have had shortness of breath a couple times since taking it and never thought it could be this medicine. I also have gained a significant amount of weight an can not loose it no matter how much dieting I do. The only connection I can make is this medication. As of today I have stopped taking it and will continue with my diet. I will see where this leads me. I think this medication is bad juju. ## Those can be normal side effects of most such cholesterol medications, that's why many people can't take them. Learn more Trilipix details here. How are you other cholesterol numbers?

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found outside a large oblong yellowish pill with a G on one side and the number 450 on the other side wondering what this is/ As I have children and would like to find if belongs to any of our neighbor's ## From what I've found, this is a 1gram Colestipol tablet, it is a bile acid sequestrant that's used to help lower cholesterol. Learn more Colestipol details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My, soon to be, former doctor told me that over-the-counter Slo-Niacin damages the liver while Niaspan does not but he cited no research. I have read, again without citing research, that any kind of extended release tablet is harmful. Any comments? ## Well Niaspam is just a name brand for a pill that is just Niacin, so that really doesn't make sense. Any pill processed through the liver can cause damage and that is over 90% of them on the market. Niacin does not instantly damage the liver at any dose, you have to continue taking it at high doses. ## i am currently taking ciprofloxacin for my kidney and bladder infection. can i take slo niacin 30 minutes or 1 hour after taking it? thanks. ## also, can i take ciprofloxacin simultaneously with metformin and lisinopril or amlodipine? ta...

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Can someone identify what a small brown round pill with the imprint AN 2 on one side and nothing on the other is? ## I am having a difficult time locating this pill, I believe I located your pill. Click here to see a picture of the pill. If this look like you pill it's Lovastatin 20 mg, which is a member of the drug class of statins, used for lowering cholesterol (hypolipidemic agent) in those with hypercholesterolemia and so preventing cardiovascular disease. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## No, that is not the pill. I'm having trouble identifying it as well. It is round, has AN 2 on one side (the other is blank), and it is dark maroon. ## PHENAZOPYRIDINE: relieves urinary tract pain, b...

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i used to take trilipix 135mg now im taking lipicard 200mg i want to know the both are same ## If it is the Lipicard that is available in India or Myanmar, then yes, they both contain the active ingredient Fenofibrate. Learn more Fenofibrate details here. However, if you obtained it in some other country, the ingredient can differ, so this may not apply. Where do you live?

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I just want to know about side effects of Storvas 10 ## Storvas contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, it is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol and its side effects may include nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Atorvastatin details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank u very much.I was worried because i was getting dizziness.

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My medical report says "Atheromatous Plaque is seen near the origin of the right internal carotid artery". I am taking Atorfit 10mg once daily, along with Clavix 75mg as prescribed by my doctor. How long do I need to take this medicine and what are the possible side effects? I am 67 years old now. ## Atorfit contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, it's used to help lower cholesterol. Clavix contains the active ingredient Clopidogrel, it's used to help prevent blood clotting. Some side effects may include nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and joint/muscle aches. As to how long you need to take it, that is something you'll need to discuss with your doctor. How bad was the plaque?

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Storvas or HeartSavior, which is more effective for the treatment of high cholesterol? ## Hi Ako, It's important to know that medications can affect everyone differently, where as some people get great results from taking it, but there are others that it just doesn't work the same for. Unfortunately, the only way to find out is to actually try it and be your own best judge. Personally, being an advocate of natural alternatives, I'd suggest using HeartSavior and seeing how it works out for you. Have you had the chance to try either one of these yet?

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Is there a possibility that my taking lipitor while taking nitrofur macr for a UTI is the reason I am having so much negative reaction to the nitrofur macr? ## Hi Esther, My findings state that there are in fact unsafe interactions between Lipitor and Nitro Macro. Posted below are the precautions you should be aware of: "MONITOR: The risk of peripheral neuropathy may be increased during concurrent use of two or more agents that are associated with this adverse effect. In some cases, the neuropathy may progress or become irreversible despite discontinuation of the medications. MANAGEMENT: Caution is advised during concomitant use of agents with neurotoxic effects. Patients should be monitored closely for symptoms of neuropathy such as burning, tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands...

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Hi, my mother(age 55) is suffering from Sarcoidosis of lungs. She has been on a dose of Defcort twice a day, since a month. I want to know if the disease is completely curable and how much time will it require to completely heal the disease. Also what precautions should she take to avoid any side-effects.

My Mother is 96 y.o. diagnosed of Chronic Stable Angina, of AODM at age 80 with essential hypertension. She has a recent episode of lung infection treated with decongestant and antibiotic. She is on multiple meds. such as Vastarel MR, Pritor Plus, Simvastatin, Neurobion, Minidiab. At such age could these meds. be cut down gradually to substitute with alternative therapy? Or which drug should be cut out of her med. arsenal? ## At her age and with such health conditions, it is best to consult her doctor and let him make any adjustments that may be necessary. The Vastarel, which contains Trimetazidine and the Pritor Plus, which contains Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide, can both cause severe rebound effects, if they are stopped abruptly, which could put her life in danger. The other thi...

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