Generic Lipitor (Atorvastatin)

Lipitor and some of its metabolites are medically active in human beings. It should be noted that the liver is an essential and sensitive part of the body and as such, it should be treated with care. Atorvastatin falls under the Statins drug. Statins is used solely as a lipid lowering instrument as well as for the deterrence of issues resulting to cardiovascular disease. The drug reduces the production of enzyme found in the liver known as HMG –CoA reductase. This enzyme is responsible for producing cholesterol in the body.  The fact that it is a totally synthetic compound goes to show that it is capable of catalyzing enzyme production in the human body. 

 

The drug is taken orally as it has a high rate of dissolving. Research conducted over the recent years suggests that a high dose of statin can be used to treat patients suffering from thrombotic stroke and acute coronary syndrome. The drug can be taken together with bile acids and ezetimibe to enhance cholesterol production. Although other statin prescriptions are used when going to sleep, Atorvastatin can be ingested during the day. For this reason, doctors prescribe the drug to many patients. 

 

Geriatric patients of ages 65 and above suffer more from liver failure use the drug more compared to young adults.  In addition to this, this particular group of people shows improvements when using the drug.

Side effects:

The unfavorable Atorvastatin effects include:

• Myopahty

• Type 2 diabetes

• Nausea

• Diarrhea

• Myalgia

 

Skipping days or taking the drugs without eating can weaken the body and it may not function properly.

Consuming high dosages may lead to the deterioration of a person’s health and more especially glycemic control.

When the effects become severe after taking Atorvastatin, patients should inform their doctors so that they can get medical attention.

15. Generic Livial (Tibolone) 

Product information:

The livial is a Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) drug prescribed to patients who have oestrogen symptoms or those suffering from frail borne condition (osteoporosis). In the process of healing the female body, Livial which contains a substance known as Tibolone, takes the form of progesterone and oestrogen. What this means is that Tibolone is broken down to come up with hormones. It is also normal to experience male effects after taking the medication. The reason behind this is that the livial also consist of male hormones. It works wonders by bringing back to normal the amount of female hormones so that in the end they remain balanced.

 

 

The required dose of livial is 2.5mg which is taken on a daily basis.

 

The drug is only used by women who are suffering from oestrogen. There comes a time in life when a woman’s body fails to produce certain types of hormones. At this stage, Tibolone is prescribed to boost hormone production.

Side effects:

Just like other drugs that cause unwanted effects, Livial can also cause unwanted outcomes the same way other medications do. These effects may not be felt by all persons with osteoporosis.  Examples of these drugs include:

• Nausea

• Diarrhea

• Vomiting

• Stomach pains

 

It should be conveyed to the doctor if the patient or her close family member has breast cancer and if you have had surgery. You should also disclose your past medical history to the doctor so as to determine how to be treated. 

Breastfeeding women as well as pregnant mothers should never take livial as it can be harmful to the child if not themselves.

Women with asthma, gallstones, diabetes and epilepsy just to mention a few other diseases should receive special attention. Inform the doctor before you embark on taking the medicine. 

You should abstain from taking the drug if you experience high blood pressure.