is a brand of stain medication that is meant to help lower the levels of LDL cholesterol in the body.
It has been said that statins, combined with a healthy diet and active lifestyle, will also reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. It is available in one milligram, two milligrams, and four-milligram tablets.
Creating a routine for yourself may help to integrate new lifestyle choices and activities into your daily schedule. Doing this will help to increase your chances of significantly lowering your cholesterol.
It is important to remember that even if you are taking , you should combine it with a healthy diet. Remove or reduce trans fats and saturated fats from your diet and try to eat more foods that contain soluble fiber, such as peas, apples, oranges, and broccoli.
It is important to consult with your doctor or healthcare provider before you decide to start taking . You should not be taking if you are: allergic to it or any of the ingredients in it, you plan to be pregnant, you are pregnant or nursing, you have serious liver problems or you are taking other products that contain or gemfibrozil. Talk to your doctor about any existing medical conditions that you have which may affect the results of the .
Be sure to tell your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects from , as these could lead to certain serious conditions.
Side effects may include back pain, muscle pain, diarrhea, constipation, and pain in the legs and the arms.
Severe muscle pain could lead to myopathy.
should be stored at room temperature and in a dry place that is away from the reach of children. The tablet can be taken with or without food, but you should swallow it whole. Do not crush, split, dissolve or chew the tablet.
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