What is this drug used for?
– It is used to lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol (HDL).
– It is used to lower triglycerides.
Frequently reported side effects of this drug
– Headache
– Common cold symptoms
– Diarrhea
Other side effects of this drug: Talk with your doctor right away if you have any of these signs of:
– Liver problems like dark urine, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, light-colored stools, vomiting, or yellow skin
– Unable to pass urine
– Change in amount of urine passed
– Muscle pain
– Muscle tenderness
– Muscle weakness
– Signs of a significant reaction like wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Note: This is not a comprehensive list of all side effects. Talk to your doctor if you have questions.
Pronunciation
(ez ET i mibe & SIM va stat in)
Medication Safety Issues
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:
Vytorin may be confused with Vyvanse
Storage and Stability
Store at 20?C to 25?C (68?F to 77?F).
Adverse Reactions
Also see individual agents.
Central nervous system: Headache
Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea
Hepatic: Increased serum ALT
Infection: Influenza
Neuromuscular & skeletal: Limb pain, myalgia, myopathy
Respiratory: Upper respiratory infection
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