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I am 58 years male. I have suffered a massive heart attack 12 years ago, undergone angioplasty twice, latest being two year back. I am taking medicines - Cardace 2.5 mg; Cardivas 6.125; Ecosprin 150 and Storvas EZ10 (Cardace and Cardivas twice a day and others once a day)
Now my lipid levels are well within limits - Total Cholesterol 129, HDL 44, Triglycerides 80, LDL 75, VLDL 10. Can I discontinue Storvas EZ10 tablet, since my cholesterol levels are normal.
Now my lipid levels are well within limits - Total Cholesterol 129, HDL 44, Triglycerides 80, LDL 75, VLDL 10. Can I discontinue Storvas EZ10 tablet, since my cholesterol levels are normal.
I am 49 year male,my total cholesterol 233,HDL-70,LDL-159, triglycerides-84,Doctor has prescribed tablet starvas 10mg for 15days and Ecosprin 75mg for one month.please advice me how long I should take this tablets and do you suggest any other tablets with this. do I get any side effects. my e- mail ***@****
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
No. You need this medication to keep the lipid profile the way it is. Furthermore, statins (cholesterol pills) lower the risk of a heart attack by their membrane stabilizing properties.
My understanding is that recommended LDL levels for individuals with prior heart disease is less than 70. Personally, I would stay on the meds to drive you LDL under that level, be interested in the doctor's reply.
Good luck!
Jon
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