All Details About Rokard 5F-160MG
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Rokard 5F-160MG
Description:
Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two lipids (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower the levels of lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when lifestyle changes (eg. low-fat diet) on their own have failed. This medicine helps to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Uses:
- Treatment of High cholesterol
- Prevention of Heart attack
Directions For 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. Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
- Headache
- Muscle pain
- Constipation
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Joint pain
- Elevated creatine kinase
- Diabetes
Warning & Precautions:
This medicine should not be used in conditions such as liver disease (eg. abnormal blood tests for liver function, persistent yellowness of eyes, etc.). Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney-related problems or if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.
FAQs:
Q. Can the use of Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet cause liver damage?
Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet contains Rosuvastatin and Fenofibrate. A very rare (1 in 10000 patient) side effect of this medicine is liver damage. Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes, or abnormal liver enzymes.
Q. Can the use of Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet cause muscle pain?
Yes, Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet may cause muscle pain due to muscle injury. However, this side effect does not occur in everybody. Talk to your doctor as soon as possible if you are experiencing symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness.
Q. What lifestyle changes should I adopt while taking Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet?
Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet. Stop smoking, as smoking lowers your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and decrease your risk of heart attack.
Q. What medicines should I avoid while taking Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet?
Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet can interact with several medicines and can cause serious problems. Talk to your doctor and inform him about using Rokard F 160mg/5mg Tablet before taking any prescription or non-prescription medicine.
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