Atorvastatin
ATORVASTATIN
Overview:
Atorvastatin is commonly prescribed to help manage high cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. It works by controlling the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. This helps keep your heart and blood vessels healthier over time.
Classification: Cholesterol-lowering medication
Uses:
Lowers high cholesterol and triglycerides
Helps prevent heart attacks and strokes, especially in people with diabetes, high blood pressure, or a family history of heart problems
Slows the buildup of plaque in arteries (atherosclerosis)
How It Works:
Atorvastatin works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that your body uses to make cholesterol. By reducing cholesterol production, it lowers LDL (“bad” cholesterol), slightly increases HDL (“good” cholesterol), and helps clear triglycerides from the blood. This keeps blood vessels clearer and improves circulation, lowering the risk of serious heart events.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects:
While many people tolerate it well, some may notice:
Muscle pain or weakness
Digestive issues like nausea, constipation, or stomach upset
Headache
In rare cases, liver problems or severe muscle damage may occur
Precautions:
Let your doctor know if you have a history of liver disease or muscle disorders
Avoid heavy alcohol use while taking this medicine
It may interact with certain drugs—tell your doctor about all the medications and supplements you take
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use atorvastatin
Routine blood tests may be needed to check liver function and cholesterol levels
Disclaimer:
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
Fenofibrate
FENOFIBRATE
Overview:
Fenofibrate is a drug that reduces the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides (which is a form of fats) that are found in the blood in their elevated forms. It assists in taking care of your heart and blood vessels by cutting down on accumulation of fat substances. It is usually used when dieting and exercising cannot help a person to manage their cholesterol. It is particularly useful to the individuals at risk of heart diseases or pancreatitis as a result of high triglyceride levels.
Classification:Fibric acid derivative (Fibrate)
Uses:
Fenofibrate helps clear out extra fat from your blood, like cholesterol and triglycerides. If diet and exercise aren’t doing enough, this medicine gives your body a little extra help to protect your heart and keep things running smoothly.
How it works:
Fenofibrate is a working molecule acting without the noise in the background and facilitating your body to get rid of unwanted fat in your blood that once gathered can dangerously overload your heart. It gives liver cells a nudge and makes it dismantle the bad fats and increase the good cholesterol and helps prevent heart diseases too. It is rather a small assistant, which maintains the equilibrium in order to make your heart and blood vessels healthier in the long run.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Stomach upset or mild nausea
Muscle pain or soreness
Headache
Back pain
Tiredness or weakness
Precautions:
Also, prior to beginning Fenofibrate, inform your doctor whether you have previously had a problem with your liver, kidneys or gallbladder. It is also good to mention other cholesterol medications and in particular statins that you take. If you’re pregnant, breast feeding or intend to become pregnant, talk to your physician briefly. And when you ever feel sore, or all out of sorts to be a strange form of tired, just do it, reach.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
