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aspavor side effects and drug information ## Atorvastatin is the active ingredient in Aspavor, which is used for lowering blood cholesterol. There is a substantial list of side effects associated with Atorvastatin; many of which occur in only 1-10 percent of patients. Headache is the most common side effect.Other rare side effects include: Weakness, Insomnia and dizziness. Chest pain and peripheral edema. Rash, Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea. Urinary tract infection, Arthralgia, myalgia, back pain, arthritis sinusitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis, rhinitis Infection, flu-like syndrome, allergic reaction. Elevation of alanine transaminase (ALT) and aspartate transaminase (AST) has been described in a few cases. To learn more about Atorvastatin and other...

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What is a white tablet with RDY123? How do I know if it is Atorvastatin or Hydrocodone? ## This tablet contains Atorvastatin Calcium 40 mg (NDC 55111-0123). Inactive Ingredients: - Crospovidone - Hydroxypropyl Cellulose - Lactose Monohydrate - Magnesium Stearate - Methyl Alcohol - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Sodium Bicarbonate - Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - Isopropyl Alcohol - Methylene Chloride - Polyethylene Glycols - Titanium Dioxide - Hypromelloses Ref: DailyMed

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I found a light green square pill that has "PB" on one side and "8" on the other, and need to know what this is? It was found it in a new house I bought and my dog almost got ahold of it. ## This tablet is manufactured by Accord Healthcare, and they list it as containing 40mgs of Pravastatin, which is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol levels (NDC 16729-0010). The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. Inactive Ingredients: - Croscarmellose Sodium - Lactose Monohydrate - Magnesium Oxide - Magnesium Stearate - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - D&c Yellow No. 10 - Fd&c Blue No. 1 - Povidone ## Can you tell me the name of this pill? It has PB on one side and the number 8 on the other side.

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App on one side and aty40 on other side white pill ## Hello, Sharon! How are you? I believe the marking you're looking at is actually APO ATV40. This tablet is manufactured by Apotex and they list it as containing 40mgs of Atorvastatin, which is used to help lower cholesterol. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Why am I taking Atorvastatin 40 mgtab

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Pink oval pill with ZA 20 on it, what is it? ## ZA 20 pink oval tablet contains Simvastatin 10 mg. (NDC: 68382-0066) Inactive Ingredients: - Ascorbic acid - Ferric oxide yellow - Hydroxypropyl cellulose - Hypromelloses - Magnesium stearate - Magnesium silicate - Titanium dioxide - Citric acid anhydrous - Ferric oxide red - Lactose anhydrous - Corn starch ## This is 10mgs Simvastatin, a generic for Zocor. This is used to help lower cholesterol. Some of the most common side effects include: diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion and weakness.

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Bonjour un gastro m’a prescrit Cholestyramine après une colonoscopie sans m’expliquer. Ça fait 4 jours que je le prends pour la diarrhée. Ça semble vouloir fonctionner, mais je me questionne sur les effets secondaires. Je vois que ça nuit à l’absorption de vitamine, ça peut endommager les cheveux et les dents, ça baisse le cholestérol alors que mon cholestérol est beau … Imodium n’est-il pas moins dommage? Ceux qui l’ont pris pour la diarrhée, vous l’avez pris pendant combien de temps? Avez-vous des effets négatifs? J’ai un dose de 4 g, est-ce que ça me permet d’avoir moins d’effets secondaires?

I have been having a problem with really sore breasts. Could this be a side effect? ## Simvastatin (40 mg). Side effects of Simvastatin may include: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and a general feeling of weakness. Rare side effects include joint pain, memory loss, and muscle cramps. You can view a more detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## i have side effect like this do i need to take continue Simvastatin 40mg memory loss general feeling of weakness ## Hi Devi Lal Shrestha, I am not an MD, so I cannot say whether or not you should continue to take this drug. However, I definitely urge you to contact your doctor who prescribed the Simvastatin to you a...

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I have a pinkish, round pill with the number 93 on it. What is it and what are the mg? Thanks. ## Are there any additional numbers on the tablet? I'm finding one with the marking of 93 7153 that contains 10mgs of Simvastatin. Another with the marking 93 771 that contains 10mgs of Pravastatin. Do either of these match your tablet? ## There is a 715- some other number I can't read. Maybe a 3 or 4? So I am guessing it is Simvastatin or a generic one. This number is on the back of the side with 93 on it. ## My guess, then, would have to be that it's probably the first one I listed, the Simvastatin with the 93 7153. They are commonly used to help lower cholesterol. They can also cause some severe side effects, like: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and bad joint/muscle aches. Some a...

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Hi I'm a 55 year old male and I have been on simvastatin for about 8 years now (40). It has worked wonders with my cholesterol but for the past while, perhaps as much as a year now, I have noticed a steady increase in the frequency of trips to the bathroom especially at night - 3 to 4 times minimum. While I had attributed this to my age lately I have been wondering about my medication. Simvastitin is the only medication I take a d otherwise I am very healthy. Should I be concerned about this? ## Hi, Dan! Sorry about the problem that you're having, that is a lot of times to wake up each night. Considering your age, there is also a good chance that you may be having a prostate issue, frequent urination, especially at night, it is a very common symptom of it. Have you consulted you...

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Trying to identify a white tablet with RDY on one side and 122 on the other side. ## A white tablet with imprint RDY 122 contains Atorvastatin 20mg (NDC 55111-122) Inactive Ingredients: - Crospovidone - Hydroxypropyl Cellulose - Lactose Monohydrate - Magnesium Stearate - Methyl Alcohol - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Sodium Bicarbonate - Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - Isopropyl Alcohol - Methylene Chloride - Polyethylene Glycols - Titanium Dioxide - Hypromelloses ## What kind of pill has RDY on one side and 122 on other side? White oblong.

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My father died in 1986 of a brain stem stroke due to Triglycerides that were well over 600. He laid in the ICU for a month with no brain activity to speak of. We took him off the ventilator and let him go. At that time I was 22 years young and my brother was 26. The doctors that oversaw my dad informed my brother and I to watch our Tri count as we aged. Sure enough, my liver produces large amounts of Tri’s on a regular basis regardless of diet. I have been on Tricor, Simvastatin and Zocor to little or no success. I am wondering if anyone can relate to my story and has been taking Gemfib. I prefer to not take any statins but I don’t think my DNA will allow me not to. I exercise with weights and cardio, eat pretty well only to have my Tri’s be over 500. My Cholesterol is...

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Clear oblong capsule with tiny white beads inside. there are no markings on it at all. ## I found the pill in my sons room and was just wondering what is was. ## I am sorry, if there are no markings on it, then there is no way to positively identify it. The only thing I can tell you is that it is not a legal U.S. prescription drug , as by law, they are all required to have an imprint somewhere on the tablet or capsule to enable their identification. ## yeah, i found a pill just like that in my brother's room. he was recently doing marijuana and i think that maybe he is doing other drugs too so if u have any info on it please message me. ## I just found this pill in my brothers room... we thought it may be a steroid since he's into sports... but i dont think thats the case... any...

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I have been on Trilipix for a month now. My first 2 weeks were hard on my body, and had to get use to the meds. I was dizzy a little, had light cramps but that is all gone now. Going to go for blood work soon, if my levels are down I'm going to ask my doctor to take me off so I can try on my own to keep Trigits down. I have heard a lot about this med being bad for your liver. ## Common side effects from Trilipix (Fenofibrate) include liver problems, breathing problems, abdominal pain, muscle problems, and nausea. Serious side effects may include toxic epidermal necrolysis, rhabdomyolysis, gallstones, and pancreatitis. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended.

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I need lots of info on Tricor, What is it used for and what are the side effects? ## I have been on TriCor for 10 years and have not experienced any side effects. It has worked very well for me and I am taking it in conjunction with a BP medication (Diovan). Also without any problems. Hope this little bit of info helps you. ## Fenofibrate (sold under the brand names Tricor, Fenobrat etc.), is an oral medication of the fibrate class used to treat abnormal blood lipid levels. Helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood Common side effects include liver problems, breathing problems, abdominal pain, muscle problems, and nausea. Serious side effects may include toxic epidermal necrolysis, rhabdomyolysis, gallstones, and pancreatitis. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not ...

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Round pill, salmon color w/ RX 792 inscribed in it. ## RX 792 round pinkish tablet contains Simvastatin 40 mg (NDC 63304-792). Inactive Ingredients: - Ascorbic acid - Citric acid - Hydroxypropyl cellulose - Hypromellose - Iron oxides - Lactose - Magnesium stearate - Microcrystalline cellulose - Starch - Talc - Titanium dioxide Ref: DailyMed ## Yes, this a generic for Zocor, Simvastatin 40mgs.

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I would like to know details of this drug and comparison with Tonact TG. ## Tonact Q (Atorvastatin and Coenzyme Q10) is used in the treatment of high cholesterol. Tonact TG (Atorvastatin 10mg and Fenofibrate 160mg) is used to treat high cholesterol and heart attack.

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I am 55 years old having problem of hyper acidity and allergy of Sulfur, recently I have done an angiography as I have face some problems of chest pain. As per the result 40% blockage was found and doctor has prescribe the medicine but Mono Isordil SR 30 did not work for me. I have severe headaches so my doctor changed the drug and gave me GTN Sorbitrate CR 2.6, but I face the same problem, though I got some relief in chest pain. So what I have to do ? Please let me know the side effects of both the drugs. ## Common side effects of Tonact 10 (Atorvastatin) is constipation, flatulence, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain. ## Common side effects of GTN Sorbitrate CR 2 (Nitroglycerin) is dizziness, headaches, blurred vision, decreased blood pressure, increased heart rate, lightheadedness, and ti...

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I am advised by the doctor to take Tonact 10 for high Cholesterol. Now I have been taking it almost for a year. I sometimes feel weak and loose control of nerves. Is this kind of side effect? Should I discontinue? Still my Cholesterol levels are not very encouraging. ## this site is not medical professionals and even if we were, we could not properly advise you on what to do over the internet. That said, Tonact contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin and the side effects you are experiencing are normal for these Statin medications. For some people they are severe enough that they must stop or switch medications or have a dosage adjustment. You can also experience: muscle aches, joint pain and headache. You can read more here: Have you spoken to your doctor about this? ## I was advic...

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I have been prescribed Crosuva 20 (also known as Rosuvastatin). Anyone have side effects with this med? ## Medications in the Statin class, such as Rosuvastatin, are very well known to cause side effects in many people that take them. As a matter of fact, many have had to stop taking them due to the severity of them. The FDA lists the side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle pain. Have you started taking it, yet? ## Anybody suffering from Crosuva or Fluoride 250 meds? I have COPD emphysema. Thanks, Lou ## Hi ,you seem very knowledgeable , with the lockdown in Australia it's hard to see a dr these days plus no way would my dr admit that Crosuva (ROSUVASTATIN) may have neg effect IV been on Crosuva must be 7 mths by now,I'm 68yrz old since s...

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Is it okay to have grapefruit while taking Lipitor? ## It's true. You should not ingest grapefruit while taking Liptor, as it could increase the active ingredient's concentration in your bloodstream to unsafe levels. This applies to multiple statins including Lipitor (atorvastatin), Mevacor (lovastatin), and Zocor (simvastatin). ## I was told by a friend that you should not ingest grapefruit or grapefruit juice while on Lipitor. Any word on this? ## FYI any medication that reacts with grapefruit will also react with CBD oil. The CBD oil does the same thing as grapefruit.

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