Lipex

You should take one tablet daily, preferably in the evening, because morning doses are slightly less effective. If your urine is dark brown or if you have any muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, you should seek medical help from your doctor immediately. You should avoid taking large amounts of grapefruit juice (over 1 litre) each day, as it may increase the amount of simvastatin in your bloodstream and may increase the possibility of Lipex causing side effects. These side effects include muscle aches, tenderness or weakness. One glass (250 mL) of grapefruit juice each day has not shown to produce a significant effect. If you become pregnant while taking Lipex, you must stop taking it and inform their doctor immediately You should ensure that your blood fats are checked by the doctor at the arranged times. If you are starting on any new medicines while taking Lipex, you should tell your doctor. If you are about to undergo surgery, you should inform your doctor that you are taking Lipex as your doctor may suggest stopping the therapy a few days before surgery. You should avoid drinking large amounts of alcohol as this may increase the chance of liver problems while taking Lipex. Lipex may cause dizziness. You should make sure that you know how Lipex affects you before driving a car or operating machinery. Lowering high cholesterol can help reduce your chances of having coronary heart disease. However, your chances of having coronary heart disease may be increased by several other factors, for example high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, excess weight, family history of coronary heart disease, being male, and being woman who has reached menopause.  Lifestyle changes can help to further lower your cholesterol levels and reduce the chance of coronary heart disease. This includes, Low fat dietWeight loss (if needed) Regular exercise e.g. walking Stop or cut down on smoking  Your doctor, pharmacist, dietician or other health professionals would be able to provide you with further advice.

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