Atorvastatin + Choline Fenofibrate

Dosage Forms Available

• Atorvastatin + Choline Fenofibrate is available for use as oral tablets.

• The route of administration for Atorvastatin + Choline Fenofibrate is oral.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for use in adults.

• It is not recommended for use in paediatric patients.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with active liver disease.

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min).

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with preexisting gallbladder disease.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antifungals (such as ketoconazole), anticoagulants (like warfarin), and bile acid sequestrants (such as cholestyramine).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may result in increased severity of side effects such as muscle pain or weakness, an indicator of potential rhabdomyolysis; urgent medical attention is required.

• If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for your next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience mild digestive discomfort such as dyspepsia or diarrhoea, consider taking the medication with food.

• Stay hydrated by drinking adequate water, especially if you experience diarrhoea.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication can cause dizziness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel dizzy after taking this medication.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Atorvastatin + Choline Fenofibrate is contraindicated in pregnancy and during breastfeeding. It may cause harm to the foetus and it is present in breast milk.

• Always consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with mild to moderate renal impairment should start at lower doses due to the increased risk of adverse effects.

• Extreme caution should be exercised by those with a history of liver disease, monitoring liver function regularly when using this medication.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Adhere to a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet to assist in managing cholesterol levels effectively while using Atorvastatin + Choline Fenofibrate.

• Incorporate regular physical activities such as walking, cycling, or swimming into your daily routine to improve cardiovascular health.

• Avoid foods high in saturated fats and trans fats, such as fried foods, processed meats, full-fat dairy products, and certain oils like palm oil.

• Increase the intake of soluble fibre from sources such as oats, fruits, vegetables, and legumes which can help reduce LDL cholesterol levels.

• Consider incorporating fatty fish into your diet, which contains omega-3 fatty acids known to improve heart health by reducing triglycerides.

• Limit the consumption of alcohol as it can raise triglyceride levels and contribute to liver health complications.