HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Systemic)
Precautions While Using This MedicineIt is very important that your doctor check your progress at
regular visits
. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine
is working properly to lower your cholesterol levels and that it does not
cause unwanted effects.
Check with your doctor immediately if you think that
you may be pregnant
. HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors may cause birth defects
or other problems in the baby if taken during pregnancy.
Do not stop taking this medicine without first checking
with your doctor
. When you stop taking this medicine, your blood cholesterol
levels may increase again. Your doctor may want you to follow a special diet
to help prevent this from happening.
Before having any kind of surgery (including dental
surgery) or emergency treatment, tell the medical doctor or dentist in charge
that you are taking this medicine
.
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