Product Description
Pitadek-F Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat high cholesterol. It helps by lowering triglycerides and "bad" cholesterol (LDL), while at the same time raising the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL). Lowering cholesterol levels reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke. Pitadek-F Tablet can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. Take it in the exact dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Take it at the same time each day, this will help you remember to take the medicine and increase its effectiveness. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse.It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.Common side effects of this medicine include muscle pain, weakness, nausea, headache, stomach pain, and constipation. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or get worse.This medicine should not be used in some conditions such as liver disease. Additionally, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.
Key Benefits
In Treatment of High cholesterolPitadek-F Tablet is a combination of two medicines that work by reducing the amount of “bad†cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good†cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Muscle pain
Weakness
Nausea
Headache
Stomach pain
How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pitadek-F Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How It Works
Pitadek-F Tablet is a combination of two lipid-lowering medicines: Pitavastatin and fenofibrate. Pitavastatin prevents your body from making "bad" cholesterol (LDL), while fenofibrate works by lowering the levels of triglycerides in your blood. Both raise the levels of “good†cholesterol (HDL).
Alternate Brands
No alternate brands found for this medicine.
Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pitadek-F Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Information regarding the use of Pitadek-F Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Information regarding the use of Pitadek-F Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:
It is not known whether Pitadek-F Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:
There is limited information available on the use of Pitadek-F Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
There is limited information available on the use of Pitadek-F Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
Pitadek-F Tablet reduces high cholesterol levels and lowers the risk of heart disease.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle pain.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes.
If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Pitadek-F Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
Lifestyle changes like a low-fat and salt diet, exercise, not smoking, and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink may help this medication work better.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to catch up.
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