Bempedoic Acid

Dosage Forms Available

• Bempedoic Acid is available in tablet form for oral administration.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medication is meant for adults only. It is not recommended for use in children or adolescents below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• This medication is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to bempedoic acid or any other constituents of this medicine.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Bempedoic Acid may interact with statins (e.g., simvastatin, pravastatin), which are used to manage high cholesterol levels. It may also interact with medicines used to manage pulmonary artery hypertension (e.g., bosentan), medicines used to manage high blood pressure and heart failure (e.g., fimasartan), and medicines used to manage hepatitis C (e.g., asunaprevir, glecaprevir, grazoprevir, voxilaprevir).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medicine can lead to the risk of developing unwanted side effects. If you suspect an overdose, you should immediately consult your doctor.
• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at once to make up for a missed dose.

Management of Side Effects

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

• Drinking plenty of water can help manage some of the side effects like dry mouth and constipation.
• Taking this medicine with food may help reduce gastrointestinal side effects like stomach upset.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medicine does not typically affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, if you experience side effects like dizziness after taking this medication, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy and lactation unless necessary. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with a history of gout or elevated uric acid levels should exercise caution when using Bempedoic Acid, as it may exacerbate these conditions.
• Individuals with a tendency towards tendon injuries or existing tendon disorders should also be cautious.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintaining a healthy diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol can aid the effectiveness of Bempedoic Acid in managing high cholesterol levels.
• Regular physical activity is important for maintaining cardiovascular health and supporting the management of high cholesterol.