Bempezen 180mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Bempezen 180mg Tablet is used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, possibly leading to a heart attack or stroke.
Bempezen 180mg Tablet is used in combination with other medicines that lower cholesterol levels, such as statins. It may be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day, but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could worsen. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising again and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have cholesterol levels checked regularly. Bempezen 180mg Tablet is only one part of the treatment program, which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. Eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods high in fat.
The most common side effects of this medicine include respiratory tract infections, muscle spasms, back pain, pain in the shoulder, legs, or arms, stomach pain, anemia, and increased liver enzymes. Before taking it, let the doctor know if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Bempezen Tablet
Side effects of Bempezen Tablet
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 of Bempezen
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Muscle spasm
- Increased uric acid level in blood
- Back pain
- Pain in extremities
- Abdominal pain
- Increased liver enzymes
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
How to use Bempezen Tablet
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. Bempezen 180mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Bempezen Tablet works
Bempezen 180mg Tablet works by blocking an enzyme (enzyme adenosine triphosphate-citrate lyase) that is required to make “bad” cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein) in the liver, which results in lower levels of "bad" cholesterol.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bempezen 180mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bempezen 180mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bempezen 180mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Bempezen 180mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bempezen 180mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Bempezen 180mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Bempezen 180mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bempezen 180mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Bempezen Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Bempezen 180mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Take Bempezen 180mg Tablet after a meal or with a snack to avoid gastrointestinal problems.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle or joint pain.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform them if you notice signs of liver problems, such as stomach pain, unusually dark urine, yellowing skin, or eyes.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Long-chain fatty acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Miscellaneous Hypolipidemic Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Bempezen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Bempedoic acid may raise blood levels of Pravastatin.
Do not consume Bempedoic acid with Pravastatin. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as muscle aches,
Bempedoic acid may raise blood levels of Simvastatin.
Do not consume Bempedoic acid with Simvastatin. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as muscle aches,
Bempedoic acid may raise blood levels of Atorvastatin.
No action is needed.
Bempedoic acid may raise blood levels of Rosuvastatin.
No action is needed.
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does it take for Bempezen 180mg Tablet to work?
In one of the studies, Bempezen 180mg Tablet has been shown to reduce cholesterol levels by 17-28% after 12 weeks.
Does Bempezen 180mg Tablet make you tired?
Tiredness and fatigue are some of the side effects of this medicine. If you feel tired along with chest pain, or rapid heartbeat, call your doctor immediately, as these could be signs of an emergency.
Does Bempezen 180mg Tablet affect the liver?
Bempezen 180mg Tablet can affect your liver, but rarely cause liver damage. In some people, this medicine may increase levels of liver enzymes which usually resolve or improve with continued therapy or after the discontinuation of the therapy.
In what cases the doctor won't prescribe Bempezen 180mg Tablet?
Your doctor won't prescribe this medicine if you have had a tendon rupture in the past. This is because tendon rupture is a possible side effect of the drug. Tendon rupture is damage to the tendons which are tissues that connect muscles to bones. Symptoms of tendon rupture may include pain, swelling, tears, and inflammation of tendons including the arm, shoulder, and back of the ankle. You have a higher risk of tendon rupture if you are 60 years or older or have kidney failure.
How should I take Bempezen 180mg Tablet?
One tablet of Bempezen 180mg Tablet is to be taken once daily with or without food for as long as it is prescribed by the doctor. However, it is advisable to always follow your doctor's instructions in taking this medicine.
What is LDL or bad cholesterol?
LDL or low-density lipoprotein is called bad cholesterol because it causes a buildup of cholesterol in the blood. This leads to blockage in the heart and is a direct cause of heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease.
What is HDL or good cholesterol?
HDL or high-density lipoprotein is also called good cholesterol because it carries cholesterol from your blood to your liver to be removed. This reduces the risk of heart disease.
How can I check my cholesterol level?
You can book a lipid profile test with any accredited laboratory. This test helps you monitor your total cholesterol, LDL levels, HDL levels, triglycerides, and the ratio between cholesterol and HDL. You may need to fast for a period of 10-12 hours before giving your blood sample for this test. After receiving your test report, consult a doctor to help you evaluate the test results.
What is the normal cholesterol level in a blood test?
Your total cholesterol level should be 125 to 200 mg/dL, LDL should be less than 100 mg/dL, and HDL should be 40 mg/dL or higher.
What will happen if I have high cholesterol?
If you have a high cholesterol level, it builds up on the walls of your arteries. This condition causes arteries to become narrow, and the narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to the heart. This can lead to a heart attack or stroke.
What lifestyle changes can help improve the effectiveness of this medicine?
Along with taking Bempezen 180mg Tablet, taking a low-fat diet, exercising regularly, reducing body weight, and limiting alcohol consumption can help improve the effectiveness of this medicine and lower cholesterol levels.
How long does it take for Bempezen 180mg Tablet to work?
In one of the studies, Bempezen 180mg Tablet has been shown to reduce cholesterol levels by 17-28% after 12 weeks.
Does Bempezen 180mg Tablet make you tired?
Tiredness and fatigue are some of the side effects of this medicine. If you feel tired along with chest pain, or rapid heartbeat, call your doctor immediately, as these could be signs of an emergency.
Does Bempezen 180mg Tablet affect the liver?
Bempezen 180mg Tablet can affect your liver, but rarely cause liver damage. In some people, this medicine may increase levels of liver enzymes which usually resolve or improve with continued therapy or after the discontinuation of the therapy.
In what cases the doctor won't prescribe Bempezen 180mg Tablet?
Your doctor won't prescribe this medicine if you have had a tendon rupture in the past. This is because tendon rupture is a possible side effect of the drug. Tendon rupture is damage to the tendons which are tissues that connect muscles to bones. Symptoms of tendon rupture may include pain, swelling, tears, and inflammation of tendons including the arm, shoulder, and back of the ankle. You have a higher risk of tendon rupture if you are 60 years or older or have kidney failure.
How should I take Bempezen 180mg Tablet?
One tablet of Bempezen 180mg Tablet is to be taken once daily with or without food for as long as it is prescribed by the doctor. However, it is advisable to always follow your doctor's instructions in taking this medicine.
What is LDL or bad cholesterol?
LDL or low-density lipoprotein is called bad cholesterol because it causes a buildup of cholesterol in the blood. This leads to blockage in the heart and is a direct cause of heart attacks, strokes, and peripheral artery disease.
What is HDL or good cholesterol?
HDL or high-density lipoprotein is also called good cholesterol because it carries cholesterol from your blood to your liver to be removed. This reduces the risk of heart disease.
How can I check my cholesterol level?
You can book a lipid profile test with any accredited laboratory. This test helps you monitor your total cholesterol, LDL levels, HDL levels, triglycerides, and the ratio between cholesterol and HDL. You may need to fast for a period of 10-12 hours before giving your blood sample for this test. After receiving your test report, consult a doctor to help you evaluate the test results.
What is the normal cholesterol level in a blood test?
Your total cholesterol level should be 125 to 200 mg/dL, LDL should be less than 100 mg/dL, and HDL should be 40 mg/dL or higher.
What will happen if I have high cholesterol?
If you have a high cholesterol level, it builds up on the walls of your arteries. This condition causes arteries to become narrow, and the narrowed blood vessels reduce blood flow to the heart. This can lead to a heart attack or stroke.
What lifestyle changes can help improve the effectiveness of this medicine?
Along with taking Bempezen 180mg Tablet, taking a low-fat diet, exercising regularly, reducing body weight, and limiting alcohol consumption can help improve the effectiveness of this medicine and lower cholesterol levels.
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