Selected HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors/Grapefruit Interactions
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Medical warning:
Very important. A change in your diet, medicine, or dosage may be necessary. Promptly consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How the interaction occurs:
Grapefruit or grapefruit juice can increase the amount of cholesterol medicine that your body absorbs.
What might happen:
The amount of cholesterol medicine in your blood may increase. This may increase your risk of developing serious muscle disorders.
What you should do about this interaction:
While you are taking this medicine, do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice at any time. You may choose an alternative citrus beverage (such as orange juice). In the event that you are instructed by a healthcare professional (e.g., doctor, pharmacist, or dietitian) to eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice, you should immediately discuss with your doctor the effects of grapefruit on the blood levels of this medicine. If you consume grapefruit juice, talk to your doctor about alternative medications.Tell your doctor immediately if you develop muscle aches and pains or an unusual change in your amount of urine. Contact your healthcare professional (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) for more information.Your healthcare professionals may be aware of this interaction and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop, or change your medicine or diet before checking with them first.
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