Fenofibrate
Uses
Fenofibrate is used in the treatment of increased triglycerides levels in blood and increased cholesterol levels in blood.
How it Works
Fenofibrate works by promoting the dissolution and elimination of fat particles in the blood. Fenofibrate is used to treat people with very high levels of triglycerides and Fenofibrate is also used to improve cholesterol levels by lowering total cholesterol - including bad LDL cholesterol, and raising good HDL cholesterol. Fenofibrate is used alongside a good diet and exercise plan.Fenofibrate works by stimulating the formation of enzymes for triglyceride metabolism, which in turn lowers the levels of triglyceride and cholesterol in the body.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Fenofibrate may suffer from such side effects;
Increased liver enzymes,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Back pain,
Flatulence,
Abdominal pain,
Diarrhoea
Rosuvastatin
Uses
Rosuvastatin is used in the treatment of increased triglycerides levels in blood and increased cholesterol levels in blood.
How it Works
Rosuvastatin is known as a statin or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Rosuvastatin regulates the amount of cholesterol and other lipids made by the body. Rosuvastatin works by blocking the action of a the enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase which the body needs to make cholesterol. This lowers the level of cholesterol and directly lowers the risk of heart and blood vessel disease.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Rosuvastatin may suffer from such side effects;
Musculoskeletal pain,
Dyspepsia,
Nasopharyngitis,
Increased liver enzymes,
Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood,
Diarrhoea,
Flatulence,
Constipation,
Allergic reaction,
Headache,
Nausea,
Joint swelling,
Increased glucose level in blood
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