Side Effects Of Medicine For Cholesterol

My doc has advised ROTUMAC 10 THRU OUT MY LIFE TO BE TAKEN FOR MY ENLARGED HEART. I AM ALSO AN ASTHAMATIC . PLS ADVISE THE SIDE EFFECTS IF I STOP IT AFTER AWHILE. ## This medication is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol levels. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. Stopping it suddenly could cause a rebound cholesterol elevation. Are you on any other medications?

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Do Atorvastatin tablets reduce cholesterol? ## Fibrovas actually contains 10mgs of Atorvastatin and 200mgs of Fenofibrate, both of which can help lower cholesterol. Common side effects can include: nausea, drowsiness, joint/muscle aches and sinusitis. Read more: Is there any other information you need? ## My age is 39/. My Total cholesterol was 252 in Feb. 2010. Dr. prescribed me T.Fibrovas 10. I took it for at least 8 months regularly then discontinued for about 5 months as I developed cramps in my Rt. leg at just above the Ankle jt. Now In Aug. 2011 my cholesterol is 312 with VLDL 28., Triglcr. 139. Alkaline Phosphate 193, Bld. suger 98 ( Fasting ), Bld. Urea 33. Should I take this medicine regularly, What is the Harm if I m taking it on alternate day.Although I m reguler on walk for ...

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I am taking Tonact-10 to help lower my cholesterol. Would like to know more about this medication. ## i have high chlostrol and tryglycerides pls infm by rtn how many hours before lipid profile test to be conducted. ## Hello Doctor, My father was fainting sometimes back and he was shivering once he faints and falls down... We checked for B.P and other basic tests and the results were found to be normal. We also went in for Angiogram test and that too resulted in normal.. Now my father is adviced to take the following tablet 1. Tonact 20 mg 2. Zolfresh 10 mg 3. Diamox 250 mg Can you please guide me what for these tablets are prescribed? Will there be any side effects by using these tablets? Kindly help me to know things. Thanks in advance. ## what is the procedure to take Tonact 10. afte...

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Hi...Myself malay,i have been suffering from high bp140/90.my total cholesterol is 260. LDL is 170. HDL is 40. my doctor suggest me aztor20 for thirty day. is it okay? what is the side effect of taking aztor20? ## Hello, Malay! How are you? Aztor contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, it is used to help lower cholesterol. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Aztor details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I would like to know the side effects of Tonact 10 on person who is 81. ## Tonact 10 contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, this is used to help lower cholesterol. The side effects don't change, because a person is elderly, but they can be more pronounced. These may include: nausea, headache, weakness and dizziness. You can read more here: Do you have any other questions? ## tonact tablet was advice by doctor for my husband cholesterol.so i would like to know what are the side effect of this medicine? ## i would like to know the side effects of tonact10...i have been prescribed bu a doctor but i am quite sensitive to allopathic medicines so is there any sideeffct of this medicine?? ## MY DOCTOR HAS ADVICED ME TO START ROSUMAC - 10 AS MY LDL IS 160 AND HDL IS 42. I AM ALREADY T...

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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 am 38yrs old and have triglycerides(280) & uncontrolled BP=160/90.So, Dr. prescribed me Nebicard-SM,TELMA40, Fenolip160mg. Are the medicines Ok for me? Pls, comment. ## Hello, Jayanta! How are you? These conditions can be very dangerous and could put your life at risk, so it's very important that you follow your doctor's instructions to get them under control. Nebicard-SM contains the active ingredients Nebivolol and Amlodipine, it is used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Learn more Nebicard details here. Telma contains the active ingredient Telmisartan, it is also used to help lower high blood pressure and the side effects for it are very similar. Learn more Telma details...

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i am taking clopitab 75mg from last 8 years.if any side kindney side effects by using that tablet ## Iam taking Clopitab A 75 for few months now for anti clot, cholesterol as advised by local Dr. Kindly inform me its side effects. How long should I take it. I am taking one cap a day. ## i am taking Modlip USG 75mg from last 3 years.if any side kindney side effects by using that tablet. One Capsul Everyday at night at bedtime Age-47 years(Male)

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Are there any long term side effects from taking tonact tg tab continuously? ## I have high BP. My Doctor prescribed BP tablets and he informed me that I have high cholesterol, then he prescribed Tonact-tg tablets. I am using those tablets from the last 1 and half months. I am experiencing some side effects. I am not getting that much of a libido compared to what I had previously. Is the tablet the cause for this? ## All medications carry the risk of side effects, even over the counter products. Tonact-TG contains the active ingredients Atorvastatin and Fenofibrate, it is a combination medication that is used to help lower cholesterol. Common side effects can include: nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. And it is difficult to say how any medication is going to affect any...

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Muscles pains and heavy tiredness, and low level of oxygen in the blood. ## Fenofibrate is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol and yes, those can be common side effects of most of these types of medications. You should talk to your doctor, as it may not be the right medication for you and you may need to try something else. How long have you been taking it? ## I took it for only 20 days, I was to take it for one month, but I had to go to Kailash Mansarovar journey on 16th July & while climbing even the common stairs I was getting heavy tiredness and pain in the back & muscles so I asked my doctor, he told me to stop taking it. But I had to face its worst side effects while on high altitude on the way to Kailash mansarovar via Tibet/china. There was pain and very low lev...

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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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what are the side effects of zedia? ## Zetia contains the active ingredient Ezetimibe and is used to help lower cholesterol. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and fatigue. You can read more on the medication here: Is there anything else I can help you with?

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My doctor suggested to take me CIPLAR LA 40 (twice a day) AND NEXITO FORTE(half a day(night) because I am suffering tremors in hand while writing and over anxiety. since last 6 months its i am continue. In previous week I have checked my Sugar and cholesterol, both are high. shall I continue this medicine or stop and also suggest me why these medicines used for and its side effects. ...

I am to take Roseday 5 mg to lower my LDL cholesterol level 119 mg/dl. My HDL is 29 mg/dl & Uric acid is 7.6 mg/dl. Is there any side effect of Roseday 5 mg ? ## We've been having trouble locating specific information on this medication. The listings just say it is a Statin drug that is used to help lower cholesterol. My best guess from the name would be that the active ingredient is probably Rosuvastatin. What country is it from? If you can post back with more information, it may help me located more details on it. And all medications carry the risk of side effects, for statin drugs, they might include: nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. ## My BP level is 140/96 from last one year. I am a diabetic. My physician has suggested me to take cardaice 1.25mg tablet da...

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are there any negative effects of wechol ## is there sideafects with welchol 3.75g i am taking nexium xanax and cozar ## I take 6 Welchol daily and have terrible belching and fullness in the stomach. I also take zetia and diltiaz and metoprolol for high cholesterol. Total chol count is 221,HDL38,LDL121 and Tri 211. Had triple bypass in 2008. I am allergic to all statin drugs. Is there anything else to take in place of Welchol? ## All medications carry the risk of causing side effects. The FDA lists the typical ones for Welchol as possibly including nausea, joint/muscle aches, dizziness, and headaches. WoodyL, has your doctor ever had you try Fenofibrate? It can cause similar side effects, but it is not a statin class medication.

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My mam she is 62 years old.She is taking ecospirin AV 75 more than 5 years and she had one episode of stroke and history of cholesterol.Now she have oedema over the knees to ankle.Blood uric acid and creatinine was normal.If she walking it will increase ## My mam she is 62 years old.She is taking ecospirin AV 75 more than 5 years and she had one episode of stroke and history of cholesterol.Now she have oedema over the knees to ankle.Blood uric acid and creatinine was normal.If she walking it will increase

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I am using atolip80 for 3months now due to high cholesterollevel of 12.8. Now my neck is swollen and my tongue. Little feve and chest pain. Can the atolip be the problem. They give me atolip80 and ecotrin81mg to drink together. Thankyou ## From what I could gather, atorlip (atorvastatin) lists the following side effects that may help explain what you've been experiencing: -swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs -difficulty breathing or swallowing -fever -chest pain -flu-like symptoms Because these are all listed as "severe" side effects, it is highly recommended that you contact your doctor immediately for further advice on what appropriate action should be taken. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Atorvastatin De...

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I just want to know if Zivast 10mg will have any side effects if taken for a long period of time? This was prescribed by a doctor to regulate my cholesterol levels. ## Hi, Cookie! How are you? All medications carry the risk of causing side effects, even over the counter products. Zivast contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin and some of its most common side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Hope this helps!

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What side effects are possible with Avas 10 What form(s) does Avas10 come in ## Avas contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, which is used to help lower cholesterol and it is usually available in tablet form. Side effects may include: nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## what is the side effects of tablet AVAS D.i have suger BP and colestrol. ## boldly think about good thinks coming into your life

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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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