Prevention of Heart attack|Treatment of High cholesterol

In Prevention of Heart attack High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis) and put you at risk of having a stroke or heart disease. Lowering the amount of this fat reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet is a combination of two lipids (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower the levels of lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when lifestyle changes (eg. low-fat diet) on their own have failed. This medicine helps to reduce the risk of heart disease.Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day. This will help you remember to take it. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depending on your lipid levels and how you respond to this medicine. Most people with high cholesterol and triglyceride do not feel ill but stopping your medicine may increase your lipid levels making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.It is important to have your cholesterol and triglyceride levels (lipid profile) checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy low-fat diet regular exercise smoking cessation moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.Nausea stomach pain diarrhea constipation headache insomnia flatulence (excessive gas) and muscle pain are some of the common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes unusual bleeding or bruising or get repeated severe or unexplained muscle pains. You may be advised to get your liver function tested periodically while taking this medicine.This medicine should not be used in conditions such as liver disease (eg. abnormal blood tests for liver function persistent yellowness of eyes etc.). Before taking it let your doctor know if you have any kidney-related problems or if you are pregnant planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE <p> Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC

Prevention of Heart attack|Treatment of High cholesterol

Nausea | Stomach pain | Constipation | Flatulence | Headache | Muscle pain | Increased liver enzymes | Increased glucose level in blood | Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

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UNSAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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CAUTION

CAUTION

Q. Can Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet cause liver damage?::: Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin and Fenofibrate. A very rare (1 in 10000 patient) side effect of this medicine is liver damage. Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever rash loss of appetite nausea vomiting fatigue stomach pain dark urine yellow skin or eyes or abnormal liver enzymes.| Q. Can Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet cause muscle pain?::: Yes Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet can cause muscle pain by injuring the muscles. Talk to your doctor as soon as possible if you experience muscle pain weakness or muscle cramps. It can be a sign of any muscle injury caused due to Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet.| Q. What lifestyle changes should be adopted while taking Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet?::: Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet. Stop smoking as smoking increases your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and decrease your risk of heart attack.| Q. What medicines should I avoid while taking Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet?::: The use of Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet along with certain medicines can cause serious problems. Consult your doctor before taking any prescription or non-prescription medicine along with Pleostin F 10 mg/160 mg Tablet.