Bem PD 180mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Bempedoic acid (180mg)
Chemical Class	Long-chain fatty acids
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	Hypolipidemics-others
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	672

FAQ

How should I take Bem PD 180mg?

One tablet of Bem PD 180mg 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 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.

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 lifestyle changes can help improve the effectiveness of this medicine?

Along with taking Bem PD 180mg, 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 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.

Does Bem PD 180mg affect the liver?

Bem PD 180mg 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.

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.

Does Bem PD 180mg 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 Bem PD 180mg affect the liver?

What is LDL or bad cholesterol?

How long does it take for Bem PD 180mg to work?

In one of the studies, Bem PD 180mg has been shown to reduce cholesterol levels by 17-28% after 12 weeks.

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?

What will happen if I have high cholesterol?

Does Bem PD 180mg make you tired?

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.

In what cases the doctor won't prescribe Bem PD 180mg?

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.

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.

How should I take Bem PD 180mg?

How long does it take for Bem PD 180mg to work?

In one of the studies, Bem PD 180mg has been shown to reduce cholesterol levels by 17-28% after 12 weeks.

How can I check my cholesterol level?

In what cases the doctor won't prescribe Bem PD 180mg?

What if you forget to take Bem PD Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bem PD 180mg, 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.

Bem PD 180mg Tablet Reviews

Bem PD 180mg 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.

Bem PD 180mg 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. Bem PD 180mg 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.

How Bem PD 180mg Tablet Works

Bem PD 180mg 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.

How to Use Bem PD 180mg 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. Bem PD 180mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Bem PD 180mg Tablet

In High cholesterol: Bem PD 180mg effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart disease and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take this medication regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize its effectiveness. Keep taking it even if you feel well or until your doctor advises otherwise.

Uses of Bem PD 180mg Tablet

High cholesterol

Bem PD 180mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

Bem PD 180mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bem PD 180mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bem PD 180mg. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Bem PD 180mg 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.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Bem PD 180mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Bem PD 180mg is recommended.

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Bem PD 180mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Bem PD 180mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle or joint pain.
Take Bem PD 180mg after a meal or with a snack to avoid gastrointestinal problems.
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.