Cholesterol Articles A-Z
Advicor, a drug composed of niacin and lovastatin, is used to treat high cholesterol and triglycerides. This eMedTV page explains how it works and lists precautions to be aware of before using the drug. Advacor is a common misspelling of Advicor.
Advicor is a medicine commonly prescribed for the treatment of high cholesterol and triglycerides. This eMedTV segment describes how the drug works, explains the effects and common dosages, and lists potential side effects.
Rare side effects may occur with Advicor, and joint pain is seen in less than 1 percent of patients. This eMedTV article offers short-term suggestions for relief from joint pain, which often include medications and heat/cold remedies.
Side effects may develop from using Advicor, and liver problems are a common issue seen in Advicor users. This eMedTV page discusses different liver problems that can occur, including an increase in liver enzymes, hepatitis, and jaundice.
Certain side effects may occur while taking Advicor, and muscle pain is one of the most common. As this eMedTV page explains, muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness accompanied by a fever can be a sign of a very serious muscle condition.
There are many conditions in which you should not take Advicor, and pregnancy is one of them. As this eMedTV page explains, Advicor can cause potential harm to a fetus, so women who are pregnant or wanting to become pregnant should avoid the drug.
For those taking Advicor, dosage recommendations range from 500 mg/20 mg to 2000 mg/40 mg daily. This eMedTV article explains what these dosing suggestions are based on, offers tips on taking the medicine, and lists common side effects.
When certain drugs, such as fibrates or danazol, are mixed with Advicor, drug interactions may occur. As this eMedTV page explains, some drug interactions can increase the risk of developing muscle problems and decrease the drugs' effectiveness.
Advicor Precautions and Warnings
Advicor, a type of statin, has been known to cause an increase in liver enzymes. This eMedTV resource offers other Advicor precautions and warnings, including who should not take the drug and other potential side effects that may develop.
Advicor side effects may include flushing, infection, and muscle pain. This page of the eMedTV library also lists other possible side effects with Advicor and discusses the likelihood of developing more serious but rare problems, such as joint pain.
Advicor uses are primarily for treating high cholesterol and high triglycerides. As this eMedTV page explains, Advicor, which consists of niacin extended-release and lovastatin, works by controlling the rate of cholesterol production in the body.
Advicor is a prescription drug licensed for the treatment of high cholesterol and triglycerides. As this eMedTV page explains, it causes the liver to make less cholesterol and decreases triglycerides. Advicore is a common misspelling of Advicor.
This eMedTV article explains that, in most cases, it is okay for people with high cholesterol to drink alcohol, as long as it's in moderation. Alcohol and cholesteral is a common misspelling and variation of alcohol and high cholesterol.
This eMedTV segment details the relationship between alcohol and high cholesterol. In most cases, moderate amounts of alcohol are okay for someone with high cholesterol, but mixing alcohol and high cholesterol medication may increase side effects.
There are several alternatives to Advicor, including other statins or cholesterol medicines. As this eMedTV page explains, besides statins, other cholesterol medicines include fibrates, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, and bile acid sequestrants.
Altoprev is a prescription medication that helps lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease. This eMedTV page explains how Altoprev works, when to take it, and possible side effects -- and provides links to other articles about Altoprev.
This eMedTV segment talks about some of the common Altoprev alternatives, including statins like fluvastatin (Lescol), atorvastatin (Lipitor), and simvastatin (Zocor); fibrates such as Lopid, Tricor, and Lipofen; and combination medicines.
This eMedTV article gives an overview of Altoprev and joint pain, a possible side effect of Altoprev. For people taking Altoprev, joint pain can be relieved by home remedies such as a warm bath or shower, or by over-the-counter pain-relief medicines.
This eMedTV page covers Altoprev and muscle pain, a common side effect of Altoprev. The article discusses medicines that can increase the risk of muscle pain when taken with Altoprev, as well as other muscle problems that can occur with this drug.
This part of the eMedTV Web site explores Altoprev and pregnancy, noting in particular that Altoprev is a pregnancy Category X medicine and that taking it during pregnancy is not recommended.
As this eMedTV page explains, the recommended starting dose of Altoprev is 20 mg, 40 mg, or 60 mg once a day. Your Altoprev dosage will depend on your age, other medicines currently being taken, and your cholesterol goal.
This part of the eMedTV site offers detailed descriptions of the most common Altoprev drug interactions, including: cyclosporine, danazol, warfarin, and grapefruit products. Instructions on what to do in case of drug interactions are also included.
Altoprev Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV page covers Altoprev precautions and warnings -- such as drug and alcohol interactions and pregnancy risks -- and conditions to tell your healthcare provider about before taking Altoprev, such as heart, liver, or kidney problems.
This eMedTV resource highlights common Altoprev side effects, such as headache, joint pain, and inflamed sinuses. More serious side effects, such as unexplained muscle pain or weakness, should be reported to your health care professional immediately.
Altoprev uses include treating high cholesterol and high triglycerides and preventing heart disease. This eMedTV page describes how Altoprev lowers "bad cholesterol" and increases "good cholesterol" when lifestyle changes fail to reduce cholesterol.
Antara is a prescription drug commonly used to help reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This eMedTV article describes these uses in detail and also provides information on the drug's effects, potential side effects, and dosing guidelines.
This segment of the eMedTV archives contains a list of Antara alternatives, such as cholesterol absorption inhibitors, bile acid sequestrants, niacin, and statins. Other fibrate options include gemfibrozil or other forms of fenofibrate.
There are possible side effects of Antara, and depression, although rare, can occur. This segment of the eMedTV archives discusses the possible link between the two and also provides a list of symptoms that may be signs of depression.
There are many at-home remedies for treating side effects of Antara, and joint pain, as this eMedTV page explains, can be treated with pain relief drugs or heat/cold packs. If the pain continues after a few months, your doctor may adjust your dosage.
There may be side effects of using Antara, and liver problems, such as increased liver enzymes, may occur. This eMedTV segment discusses the likelihood of developing liver problems while on the drug and lists symptoms to watch for.
Side effects may occur while using Antara, and muscle pain has been documented, although it is rare. This eMedTV page provides information on how unexplained muscle pain, especially if accompanied by fever, may be a sign of a serious muscle problem.
If you are taking Antara and weight gain occurs, you can try exercising regularly or limiting alcohol use. This eMedTV article also contains a list of suggested foods to eat in order to help maintain a low cholesterol diet.
The suggested Antara dosage for those treating high triglycerides is 43 mg to 130 mg once a day. This eMedTV resource also offers dosing guidelines for people treating high cholesterol, and contains precautions and tips on taking the medicine.
Antara is a prescription drug commonly used to help reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This eMedTV article describes these uses in detail and also provides information on the drug's effects, potential side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Antara Precautions and Warnings
If you have pre-existing gallbladder disease or gallstones, you should not take Antara. This eMedTV page offers more Antara precautions and warnings, including who else should avoid the drug and potential side effects or complications that may occur.
Common side effects of Antara include constipation, weakness, and nausea. As this eMedTV page explains, in addition to these common side effects, rare Antara side effects may occur, such as migraine or insomnia, or serious conditions, such as fever.