Cholesterol: Medications
Simvastatin
09/05/08, HealthwiseBefore taking simvastatin, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, underactive thyroid, kidney disease, a muscle disorder, or a blood disorder:
Dextrothyroxine
02/13/04, HealthwiseFollow any diet or exercise plan outlined by your doctor. Diet and exercise are very important factors in controlling cholesterol.
Fluvastatin
11/12/07, HealthwiseBefore taking fluvastatin, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, underactive thyroid, kidney disease, a muscle disorder, or a blood disorder:
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Atorvastatin
11/14/07, HealthwiseBefore taking atorvastatin, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, underactive thyroid, kidney disease, a muscle disorder, or a blood disorder:
Cerivastatin
02/22/07, HealthwiseCerivastatin was withdrawn from the U.S. market in 2001.
Fenofibrate
06/23/08, HealthwiseFenofibrate is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
Colesevelam
03/04/08, HealthwiseBefore taking colesevelam, tell your doctor if you have trouble swallowing, or if you have a history of major stomach or bowel surgery, a vitamin deficiency, or a blockage in your stomach or intestines.
Lovastatin and niacin
03/04/08, HealthwiseNiacin can cause certain side effects, such as flushing (warmth, itching, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin). These effects can be made worse if you drink alcohol or hot beverages shortly after you take lovastatin and niacin. These effects s
Ezetimibe
03/03/08, HealthwiseEzetimibe is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
Rosuvastatin
05/16/08, HealthwiseRosuvastatin is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
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