Recol tablet 10mg

About Recol tablet 10mg

Recol Tablet Uses

• High cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia)
• High LDL and triglyceride levels
• Low HDL (good) cholesterol
• Heart attack and stroke risk reduction
• Fatty plaque buildup in arteries

Recol Tablet Benefits

• Protects heart and blood vessels long term
• Eases strain from clogged arteries
• Extra protection for diabetics and heart patients
• Pairs well with diet and exercise changes

High cholesterol is common across clinics in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi. Recol tablet 10mg lowers LDL and triglycerides while modestly raising HDL levels.

The tablet blocks an enzyme the liver uses to make cholesterol. This slows plaque buildup in arteries and lowers long term heart attack and stroke risk.

Doctors usually pair Recol tablet 10mg with diet changes, regular exercise, and periodic blood tests. Consistent daily use gives the best protection.

Drug Class

• Statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor)

Recol tablet 10mg formula

• Simvastatin 10mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Recol tablet 10mg?

• Take Recol tablet 10mg once daily in the evening, with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it at the same time each day for best effect.
• Avoid grapefruit juice while on this medicine.
• Continue taking it even if you feel well, unless your doctor advises otherwise.

Drug Interactions

• Amiodarone: Combined use with Simvastatin raises the risk of muscle injury, so doses are usually limited.
• Clarithromycin and Erythromycin: These antibiotics increase Simvastatin blood levels and muscle damage risk.
• Warfarin: Simvastatin may enhance the blood thinning effect of Warfarin, requiring closer monitoring.
• Fibrates (e.g. Gemfibrozil): Taking these with Simvastatin increases the chance of severe muscle problems.

Risks and warnings

• Muscle Problems: Simvastatin can cause muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, and rarely a serious condition called rhabdomyolysis.
• Liver Function: This medicine may raise liver enzymes, so your doctor may check liver function periodically.
• Grapefruit Interaction: Grapefruit juice can raise Simvastatin levels in the blood and increase side effect risk.
• Pregnancy Caution: Simvastatin should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to potential harm to the baby.
• Dose Limits: Higher doses combined with certain other drugs raise the risk of muscle damage, so dose limits apply.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Muscle aches or weakness
• Stomach upset or constipation
• Nausea
• Mild dizziness
• Elevated liver enzymes on blood tests
• Rare allergic skin reactions

Storage Conditions

Store Recol tablet 10mg at room temperature, below 30°C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the strip in its original packaging until use. Keep out of reach of children.