Bempedoic Acid 180mg + Ezetimibe 10mg

Bempedoic Acid 180mg + Ezetimibe 10mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination is used to treat high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) and to reduce the risk of heart disease in people with high cholesterol, often when statins alone are not enough or not tolerated.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol
• Managing high cholesterol along with diet and exercise
• Reducing risk of heart attack or stroke in high-risk patients
• Used along with or instead of statins in some patients

HOW IT WORKS

• Bempedoic acid reduces cholesterol production in the liver
• Ezetimibe blocks absorption of cholesterol from the intestine
• Together they lower LDL cholesterol more effectively than either alone
• Helps improve overall lipid profile

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for immediate relief of chest pain or heart attack
• Not a treatment for high blood pressure
• Not meant for weight loss
• Not a substitute for lifestyle changes like diet and exercise

How to Use Bempedoic Acid 180mg + Ezetimibe 10mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
• Can be taken with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew
• Take at the same time each day for best results
• Continue taking even if you feel well, unless told to stop

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• Try to maintain a regular schedule

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in original packaging until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Bempedoic Acid 180mg + Ezetimibe 10mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Muscle pain or spasms
• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain
• Fatigue

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Anaemia
• Elevated uric acid levels
• Joint pain
• Elevated liver enzymes
• Gout flare

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness
• Signs of liver problems such as yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine
• Severe allergic reaction (swelling of face/lips/throat, difficulty breathing, rash)
• Tendon pain or rupture

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Bempedoic Acid 180mg + Ezetimibe 10mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should not be taken without a doctor's advice.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to bempedoic acid, ezetimibe, or any ingredient in the tablet
• Have active liver disease
• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have a history of liver disease
• Have gout or high uric acid levels
• Have kidney disease
• Are taking other cholesterol-lowering medicines
• Have had tendon problems in the past

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Statins (may increase risk of muscle-related side effects)
• Cyclosporine
• Warfarin or other blood thinners
• Other cholesterol-lowering drugs like fibrates
• Certain medicines processed by the liver

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop this medicine once my cholesterol is normal?

No, do not stop without consulting your doctor as cholesterol may rise again; this is usually a long-term treatment.

Will this medicine work immediately?

No, it takes several weeks of regular use to see the full effect on cholesterol levels, so blood tests are done periodically.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

• It is best to limit alcohol as it may increase the risk of liver-related side effects; discuss with your doctor.
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