BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN is used to lower the levels of bad cholesterol called low-density lipoprotein (LDL), a type of fat in the blood. This reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. High cholesterol occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood.
BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN is a combination of two drugs: Rosuvastatin and Bempedoic acid. Rosuvastatin belongs to the class of statins or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that work by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Bempedoic acid decreases cholesterol production in the liver and increases the removal of LDL cholesterol from the blood.
Take BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN based on your medical condition. BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN may cause common side effects such as headache, stomach pain, dizziness, weakness, muscle pain or constipation. Most of these side effects of BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Rosuvastatin, Bempedoic acid or any other ingredients of BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN. Maintain a low-fat diet along with BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN for effective results.
High cholesterol
BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN belongs to the class of medicines called cholesterol-lowering agents. It contains Rosuvastatin, Bempedoic acid, and Ezetimibe. Rosuvastatin works by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Also, it reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the brain and heart. Bempedoic acid decreases cholesterol production in the liver and increases the removal of LDL cholesterol from the blood.
If you are allergic to Rosuvastatin, Bempedoic acid or any other ingredients of BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN. You are advised to take effective birth control measures to avoid pregnancy while taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN. Maintain a low-fat diet along with BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN for effective results. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN.
Drug-Drug Interaction: If you are taking a blood thinner (clopidogrel), antidiabetic drug (empagliflozin), anti-allergic drug (fexofenadine) or any other medicines, inform your doctor.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have or have gout, kidney, liver or thyroid problems, please inform your doctor before taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN.
If you regularly consume alcohol, consult your doctor before taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN.
BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN is not recommended to take in pregnancy. If you become pregnant while using BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN, stop taking the medicine and inform your doctor.
It is not recommended to take BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more information.
BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN may sometimes cause dizziness. Drive only if you are alert after taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN.
If you have liver problems, inform your doctor before taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN. This medicine is not recommended in case of moderate to severe liver impairment.
If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN. This medicine is not recommended in case of severe kidney impairment.
Safety and efficacy have not been established. Hence, please consult your doctor about using BEMPEDOIC ACID+ROSUVASTATIN in children.
High cholesterol: It occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When there is a high level of cholesterol in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged, finally contributing to heart diseases like heart attack and stroke. The primary causes of high cholesterol are eating high-fat or high-cholesterol-containing food/drinks and genetic factors. There are two types of cholesterol in the body: High-density lipoprotein, HDL (good cholesterol) and low-density lipoprotein, LDL (bad cholesterol). HDL is good for the heart and helps in reducing the bad cholesterol in the body. On the other hand, excess LDL increases the risk of heart diseases like stroke and heart attack.