Choline fenofibrate + Pitavastatin

Uses

Pitavastatin and Choline fenofibrate are used in the treatment of high cholesterol.

How it Works

How Pitavastatin and Choline Fenofibrate Work Pitavastatin and Choline fenofibrate is a combination of two lipid-lowering medications: Pitavastatin and Choline fenofibrate. Pitavastatin prevents your body from producing "bad" cholesterol (LDL), while Choline fenofibrate lowers the levels of triglycerides in your blood. Additionally, both medications increase the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL) and help improve your lipid profile.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Pitavastatin and Choline Fenofibrate include back pain, constipation, diarrhea, muscle pain, leg pain, increased liver enzymes, and nasal inflammation.

Expert Advice

Pitavastatin + Choline fenofibrate reduces high cholesterol levels and lowers the risk of heart disease.
Inform your doctor if you experience:

Fatigue
Muscle weakness
Muscle pain

Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter.
Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems, such as:

Stomach pains
Unusually dark urine
Yellowing of the skin or eyes

If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly, as Pitavastatin + Choline fenofibrate may cause an increase in blood sugar levels.
Lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include: