Warnings
- Do not use these medicines if you have liver disease.
- Do not use these medicines if you are pregnant or nursing.
- Use these medicines with caution if you are also taking Gemfibrozil, Amiodarone, Verapamil, or blood thinners (anticoagulants).
- People who use some HIV medicines, birth control pills (oral contraceptives), Nefazodone, and niacin should talk to their doctor about the specific risks of using Statins.
- Drinking large amounts of grapefruit juice everyday may affect these "Statin" medicines.
Common Side Effects
- Gas
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Upset stomach
Warning Signs
Call your doctor if you have any of these signs:
- Fever
- Dark urine
- Muscle pain
- Muscle weakness
Fenofibrate
Cholesterol
Combination drugs: what you should know
Medicines to control cholesterol
Bile acid sequestrants: what you should know
Statins: what you should know
Other drugs: what you should know
Niacin: what you should know
Fibrates: what you should know