Cholesterol Articles A-Z

Tricor Alternatives

This eMedTV page lists Tricor alternatives, including other fibrates and other cholesterol drugs. The four other major classes of cholesterol drugs besides fibrates are statins, bile acid sequestrants, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, and niacin.

Tricor and Depression

Depression is a rare Tricor side effect. This eMedTV page lists symptoms of depression -- including feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness -- and advises talking with your doctor if you're taking Tricor and depression becomes a problem.

Tricor and Joint Pain

This eMedTV article lists some short-term pain-relief suggestions that you can try if you're taking Tricor and joint pain becomes a problem, including medications like Tylenol and aspirin; and heat and cold remedies such as a hot bath or cold back.

Tricor and Liver Problems

This eMedTV page lists symptoms that can occur in a person who develops liver problems while on Tricor -- like stomach pain and feeling more tired than usual -- and advises talking to your doctor if you have concerns about Tricor and liver problems.

Tricor and Muscle Pain

This eMedTV page explains that if you're taking Tricor and muscle pain, weakness, or tenderness occur while you have a fever or feel ill, it could potentially signify a serious muscle condition. Call your doctor right away if these symptoms occur.

Tricor and Weight Gain

There are a number of possible side effects of Tricor, and weight gain is one that occurs rarely. This eMedTV page lists tips for helping with weight gain, such as eating a low-cholesterol diet, exercising regularly, and limiting your alcohol intake.

Tricor Dosage

People with high cholesterol are recommended to take a starting Tricor dosage of 145 mg daily. This part of the eMedTV archives also lists the Tricor dose for those with high triglycerides (48 mg to 145 mg daily) and some general Tricor dosing tips.

Tricor Drug Interactions

Statins and bile acid sequestrants are among the drugs that can potentially interfere with Tricor. As this eMedTV page explains, drug interactions can reduce Tricor's absorption into the body and raise the risk of bleeding, among other things.

Tricor Medication

Tricor Precautions and Warnings

Tricor is associated with a rare but serious muscle condition called rhabdomyolysis. This eMedTV page lists Tricor precautions and warnings, like the safety of taking Tricor if you have kidney problems or are over the age of 65, pregnant, or nursing.

Tricor Side Effects

Runny nose, body weakness, and nausea are among the common side effects of Tricor. This eMedTV page also lists some rare Tricor side effects (like anemia and anxiety) and side effects to report to your doctor immediately (such as fever or itching).

Tricor Tablets

Tricor tablets are a prescription medication used to reduce triglycerides and cholesterol levels. This eMedTV Web resource offers more detail on this drug, including information on its uses, potential side effects, and available strengths.

Tricor Uses

Tricor lowers cholesterol in those with high cholesterol and triglycerides in those with high triglycerides. This eMedTV page describes these Tricor uses in detail and explains how Tricor can reduce the risk of certain health problems in the future.

Tricore

Tricor is a medication approved for the treatment of high cholesterol or triglycerides. This eMedTV article explains how Tricor works, lists side effects that may occur, and describes the effects of the drug. Tricore is a common misspelling of Tricor.

Triglceride Level

This page from the eMedTV Web library explains that a triglyceride level of 200 mg/dL or above is considered high. This page also describes possible ways to lower triglyceride levels. Triglceride level is a common misspelling of triglyceride level.

Triglcerides

The human body uses triglycerides to produce energy and build cells. This page from the eMedTV Web site discusses how triglycerides move throughout the body and why they are important. Triglcerides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglicerid

Triglycerides are used by the body to create energy. This eMedTV resource covers the other functions of triglycerides and explains what are considered normal and high triglyceride levels. Triglicerid is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Trigliceride Diet

As part of a diet to lower triglycerides, it is recommended to limit the use of alcohol. This eMedTV article describes the other components of a triglyceride diet. Trigliceride diet is a common variation and misspelling of diet to lower triglycerides.

Trigliceride Diets

Making dietary changes can help lower your triglyceride levels. This eMedTV page discusses some ways to lower your triglycerides through dietary changes, such as eating more fish. Trigliceride diets is a common misspelling of triglyceride diets.

Trigliceride Level

A lipid panel can determine your triglyceride level, as well as several other things. This eMedTV selection offers a brief guide to testing your cholesterol. Trigliceride level is a common misspelling and variation of cholesterol level.

Triglicerides

Triglycerides are used by the body to create energy and serve as building blocks for cells. This eMedTV segment gives an overview of triglycerides and provides a link to more information. Triglicerides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglicerides Lower

Lifestyle changes or certain drugs can help lower your triglycerides. This eMedTV page offers tips on how to lower your triglycerides and links to more detailed information. Triglicerides lower is a common misspelling of lowering triglycerides.

Triglicerites

This eMedTV page explains that high triglycerides can lead to problems, such as heart disease and heart attacks. This page also discusses who is more susceptible to developing high triglycerides. Triglicerites is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Trigliserides

Triglycerides store fat, create energy, and serve other functions within the body. This page on the eMedTV site briefly discusses triglycerides and provides a link to more detailed information. Trigliserides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglycerid

Triglycerides break down to form other fats used to build cells within the body. This eMedTV Web page further discusses what triglycerides are used for and explains where they come from. Triglycerid is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglycerides

Triglycerides are the main storage form of fat in the body. As this eMedTV article explains, they are used to create energy and serve as building blocks for cells. This Web page provides an in-depth look at triglycerides.

Triglycerids

A triglyceride level less than 150 mg/dL is ideal. This part of the eMedTV site describes the function of triglycerides, explains where they come from, and covers the risks of high triglycerides. Triglycerids is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglycerites

As this eMedTV article explains, triglycerides are important for the overall functioning of the body. This page takes a quick look at triglycerides and provides a link to more information. Triglycerites is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglycirides

Triglycerides come from the fats in foods but are also made in the liver. This eMedTV resource explains how triglycerides help the body function and explores the risk of high triglycerides. Triglycirides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglyerides

Triglycerides are used by the body to create energy. This eMedTV Web article provides a brief overview on triglycerides, including information on what is considered normal triglyceride levels. Triglyerides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Triglyseride Level

The level of triglycerides in your blood can be measured in a test called a lipid profile or a lipid panel. This eMedTV segment offers an overview of cholesterol testing. Triglyseride level is a common misspelling and variation of cholesterol level.

Triglyserides

As this eMedTV segment explains, the body needs triglycerides to produce energy and build cells. This article also discusses how high triglyceride levels can cause problems, such as heart disease. Triglyserides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Trilipex

Trilipix is a prescription drug used to treat unhealthy triglyceride and cholesterol levels. This eMedTV page explains how Trilipix works, explores its effects, and lists possible side effects of the drug. Trilipex is a common misspelling of Trilipix.

Trilipix

Trilipix is a prescription drug approved for the treatment of high triglyceride and cholesterol levels. This eMedTV article describes how the drug works, explains when and how to take it, lists some of the possible side effects, and more.

Trilipix and Breastfeeding

Currently, breastfeeding women are advised to avoid taking Trilipix (fenofibric acid). This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at breastfeeding while taking this drug, and explains what problems may occur if an infant is exposed to Trilipix.

Trilipix and Muscle Pain

This eMedTV segment explains that there is a link between muscle pain and Trilipix (fenofibric acid) use, but it isn't usually a cause for concern. However, if muscle pain and weakness occurs with a fever or you feel ill, seek medical attention.

Trilipix and Pregnancy

The full risks of using Trilipix (fenofibric acid) during pregnancy are not known at this time. This eMedTV Web page offers more information on this important topic and explains what problems occurred when a similar drug was given to animals.

Trilipix Dosage

The recommended starting dose of Trilipix for most people with high cholesterol is 135 mg once daily. This eMedTV page also provides dosing guidelines for the treatment of severely high triglycerides and offers tips to ensure a safe treatment process.

Trilipix Drug Interactions

If Trilipix is taken with warfarin, cyclosporine, or bile acid sequestrants, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV segment lists specific products from these drug classes and explains what problems may occur as a result of Trilipix interactions.

Trilipix Medication Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the prescription medicine Trilipix. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and possible drug interactions.

Trilipix Overdose

As with any medication, it is possible to take too much Trilipix (fenofibric acid). This article from the eMedTV library explores the potential effects of a Trilipix overdose and describes some of the common treatment options that are available.

Trilipix Side Effects

Common side effects of Trilipix include arm or leg pain, headaches, and dizziness. This eMedTV Web page lists other common side effects, as well as some of the less common but potentially serious problems that require immediate medical attention.

Trilipix Uses

Trilipix is a medication that can treat unhealthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This eMedTV segment explains these uses of Trilipix in more detail, discusses possible off-label reasons, and addresses using the drug in children.

Trilipix Warnings and Precautions

You should not take Trilipix if you have gallbladder disease. This eMedTV resource offers more warnings and precautions for Trilipix, including information on side effects that may occur and a list of people who should not take the drug.

Trygliceride

Triglycerides are the main storage form of fat in the body. This article from the eMedTV archives explains what triglycerides are used for and discusses the potential risk of high triglycerides. Trygliceride is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Tryglicerides

Although the body needs some triglycerides, high levels in the blood can lead to health problems. This eMedTV page provides an overview of triglycerides and what they are used for in the body. Tryglicerides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Trygliserides

As this eMedTV page explains, if they occur for a long time, high triglycerides can lead to problems such as heart disease or heart attack. This page also discusses when levels become high. Trygliserides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Tryglyceride

This eMedTV article explains how the body uses triglycerides to function properly. This page also describes how high triglyceride levels may lead to problems such as heart disease or a heart attack. Tryglyceride is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Tryglyceride Lowering Diet

This eMedTV Web resource discusses ways of lowering your triglycerides through dietary changes. This page also provides a link to more detailed information. Tryglyceride lowering diet is a common misspelling of triglyceride lowering diet.

Tryglycerides

Triglycerides play an important role in the body by serving as building blocks for cells. This eMedTV article takes a closer look at triglycerides and explains how they are made in the body. Tryglycerides is a common misspelling of triglycerides.

Types of Cholesterol

What many people think of as "types of cholesterol" are actually different cholesterol complexes. This eMedTV page debunks the common misconceptions associated with these cholesterol complexes, while explaining what each complex is.

Types of Niacin

It is important to know that different types of niacin are not interchangeable. This eMedTV page describes the various types of niacin based on chemical composition, the different release forms, and over-the-counter versus prescription products.

Vitoran

Vytorin is a medicine that is available by prescription to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides. This eMedTV page explores the effectiveness of Vytorin and explains what side effects may occur. Vitoran is a common misspelling of Vytorin.

Vitoren

Vytorin is commonly used to treat high cholesterol and triglycerides. As this eMedTV page explains, the drug works by decreasing cholesterol production and blocking cholesterol absorption into the blood. Vitoren is a common misspelling of Vytorin.

Vitorin

Vytorin is a medication licensed for the treatment of high cholesterol and triglycerides. This section of the eMedTV library briefly discusses the uses of the drug and offers general dosing guidelines. Vitorin is a common misspelling of Vytorin.

Vitorin Side Effects

This segment of the eMedTV archives provides an overview of side effects of Vytorin, including those that may require immediate medical attention, such as difficulty breathing or muscle pain. Vitorin is a common misspelling of Vytorin.

Vitoryn

Vytorin is a drug often prescribed to treat high cholesterol and triglycerides. This eMedTV page explains what to talk to your doctor about before using Vytorin and lists possible side effects of the drug. Vitoryn is a common misspelling of Vytorin.

VLDL

VLDL is short for very low density lipoprotein. This eMedTV Web page explains how this substance functions within the body, as well as its assumed role in the narrowing and hardening of the arteries (a condition called atherosclerosis).

VLDL Cholesterol

VLDL cholesterol, or very low density lipoprotein, transports triglycerides and cholesterol in the body. This eMedTV resource explains the function of this type of cholesterol and discusses how an excess of it can lead to atherosclerosis.

Votaron

A doctor may prescribe Vytorin to help lower high cholesterol or high triglycerides. This eMedTV Web page explains how Vytorin works for these conditions and describes the effects of the medication. Votaron is a common misspelling of Vytorin.

Votorin

Vytorin is a prescription drug licensed to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides. This eMedTV article further describes Vytorin, explains how it works, and lists possible side effects of the drug. Votorin is a common misspelling of Vytorin.

Vytorin

Vytorin, a drug combining simvastatin and ezetimibe, is used for high cholesterol and high triglycerides. This eMedTV article further discusses the drug, including information on its uses, effects, strengths, potential side effects, and more.

Vytorin Alternatives

Vytorin alternatives often include statins or other cholesterol medicines. This eMedTV article lists various types of statins and other classes of cholesterol medications, such as bile acid sequestrants, fibrates, and niacin.

Vytorin and Breastfeeding

At this time, it's unknown whether Vytorin passes through breast milk in humans. This eMedTV segment takes a look at Vytorin and breastfeeding, including information on why it may be best to wait until your child is weaned before starting the drug.

Vytorin and Cancer

Does taking Vytorin increase your risk of cancer? As this eMedTV segment explains, there is still no definite answer. This article discusses the research on cancer and Vytorin, explaining how more information is needed before we know for sure.

Vytorin and Depression

Serious but rare side effects may occur with the use of Vytorin. However, depression is quite uncommon. This eMedTV article discusses the possible link between Vytorin and depression and also lists signs of depression to watch for.

Vytorin and Joint Pain

If you are using Vytorin and joint pain occurs, there are certain treatments you can try. This eMedTV segment provides short-term relief suggestions, such as pain relief medicines, moist or dry heat, and cold packs.

Vytorin and Liver Problems

Many different side effects are possible when taking Vytorin, and liver problems are one of them. This eMedTV resource discusses various forms of liver problems that are often seen with this medication, such as jaundice, hepatitis, or hepatoma.

Vytorin and Memory Loss

Some side effects may occur with the use of Vytorin; however, it is uncertain if memory loss is one of them. This eMedTV page discusses the link between Vytorin and memory loss, and explains what to do if memory loss occurs during treatment.

Vytorin and Muscle Aches

If you are first starting Vytorin and muscle aches occur, do not be alarmed -- this is common. As this eMedTV article explains, however, in rare cases, muscle aches can be a sign of serious muscle problems that can lead to a breakdown of tissue.

Vytorin and Muscle Pain

Side effects may develop when taking Vytorin, and muscle pain is one of the more common ones. This eMedTV page describes the serious muscle problems that can occur and also lists drugs that may increase this risk if used in conjunction with Vytorin.

Vytorin and Pregnancy

There are many situations in which you should not take Vytorin, and pregnancy is one of them. This eMedTV article explains how Vytorin may cause harm to a fetus and offers suggestions on what to do if you become pregnant while taking the drug.

Vytorin and Weight Gain

While some side effects may occur with Vytorin, weight gain, contrary to popular belief, is not one of them. This eMedTV page offers diet suggestions and tips on helping with weight gain in the event that you start to notice it becoming a problem.

Vytorin Dosage

The recommended Vytorin dosage for people who are starting the drug is 10/20 mg a day. This page of the eMedTV library provides general dosing guidelines for Vytorin and offers tips on when and how to take it to ensure safe, effective treatment.

Vytorin Drug Interactions

This eMedTV page explains how certain drugs, such as fibrates or antifungals, may cause negative reactions when mixed with Vytorin. Drug interactions may result in increased levels of Vytorin in the blood or reduced effectiveness of both drugs.

Vytorin Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the prescription drug Vytorin. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and possible drug interactions.

Vytorin Overdose

It is not clear what to expect if you overdose on Vytorin. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at the results of animal studies on this topic, treatment options, and factors that would affect the severity of your overdose symptoms.

Vytorin Precautions and Warnings

Cholesterol medicines, like Vytorin, tend to cause an increase in liver enzymes. This eMedTV page discusses other Vytorin precautions and warnings to be aware of, including other potential side effects and who should not take the drug.

Vytorin Side Effects

Potential Vytorin side effects may include headache, joint pain, and gas. As this page from the eMedTV site explains, certain side effects, such as nausea or vomiting, may be a sign of something more serious and should be reported to your doctor.

Vytorin Uses

High cholesterol and high triglycerides can often be managed with Vytorin. As this eMedTV Web page explains, using Vytorin helps control the rate of cholesterol production in the body, which can help prevent problems related to high cholesterol.

WelChol

WelChol is a prescription medication used to treat high cholesterol and diabetes. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at WelChol, providing detailed information on its uses, side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.

WelChol Alternatives

This eMedTV Web page explores WelChol alternatives such as Altoprev, Crestor, Antara, Triglide, and combination medicines. This page discusses how these alternatives work and factors that can affect which drug your doctor recommends.

WelChol and Breastfeeding

WelChol (colesevelam) is not expected to pass through breast milk. This eMedTV page offers an overview of WelChol and breastfeeding, including information on why it's a good idea to take a multivitamin if you are nursing while taking the drug.

WelChol and Pregnancy

WelChol may be given to a pregnant woman if the benefits outweigh potential risks to her fetus. As this eMedTV page explains, WelChol and pregnancy have been studied together only in animals, but in these tests, the drug did not damage the fetuses.

WelChol Dosage

As this eMedTV Web page explains, the recommended starting dose of WelChol tablets is 1875 mg twice a day. This page provides dosing guidelines for WelChol and also lists factors that can affect your dose, such as other medical conditions you may have.

WelChol Drug Interactions

WelChol drug interactions can occur with warfarin, phenytoin, and other drugs. This eMedTV page explains how WelChol can keep some drugs from being fully absorbed into the body and gives examples of drugs that should be taken separately from WelChol.