Cholesterol Articles A-Z
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Statins and bile acid sequestrants are among the drugs that can potentially interact with Tricor. As this eMedTV page explains, Tricor drug interactions can reduce Tricor's absorption into the body and raise the risk of bleeding, among other things.
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.
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 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.
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.
When people talk about different types of cholesterol, what they're really referring to are cholesterol complexes. This eMedTV page debunks the common misconceptions associated with types of cholesterol while explaining what each complex is.
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.
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.
This segment of the eMedTV archives provides an overview of Vytorin side effects, including those that may require immediate medical attention, such as difficulty breathing or muscle pain. Vitorin is a common misspelling of Vytorin.
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, 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.
Vytorin, a drug combining simvastatin and ezetimibe, is used for high cholesterol and high triglycerides. This eMedTV article further discusses the drug, including its uses, effects, strengths, and potential side effects.
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.
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.
If you are using Vytorin and joint pain occurs as a side effect, 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.
There many possible side effects that can occur with the use of Vytorin, and liver problems are one of them. This eMedTV resource discusses various forms of liver problems that are often seen with Vytorin, such as jaundice, hepatitis, or hepatoma.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Vytorin dosing guidelines and offers tips on when and how to take the drug.
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 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.
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 include the treatment of high cholesterol and triglycerides. As this page of the eMedTV Web site explains, Vytorin helps control the rate of cholesterol production in the body, which can help prevent problems related to high cholesterol.
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.
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 (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 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.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, the recommended starting WelChol dosage is 1875 mg twice a day. This page provides dosing guidelines for WelChol and also lists factors that can affect WelChol dosing, such as other medical conditions you may have.
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.