Statins
About the Procedure
Care Before Medication
- Baseline lipid profile and liver function tests.
- Review medical history and other medications.
- Discuss muscle-related side effects and interactions.
- Understand long-term nature of therapy.
Care During Medication
- Take medication as prescribed, usually once daily.
- Monitor for muscle pain, weakness, or fatigue.
- Periodic blood tests to assess liver function.
- Maintain heart-healthy diet and regular exercise.
Care After Medication
- Regular follow-ups to monitor cholesterol targets.
- Continue lifestyle modifications consistently.
- Adjust dose or switch therapy if side effects occur.
- Do not stop medication without medical advice.
Eligibility
- Patients with high LDL cholesterol levels.
- Individuals with coronary artery or ischemic heart disease.
- Diabetics or high cardiovascular-risk patients.
- Post-heart attack or stroke patients.
Relevant Specialties
Cardiology
Our Cardiology Department delivers prevention, diagnosis and treatment for heart diseases through personalised care and advanced technology. Risk clinics for blood pressure and lipids offer non-invasive testing (ECG, echocardiogram, treadmill stress test, Holter monitor, and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring) and provide interventional services in a modern Catheterisation Laboratory, including device therapy and structural procedures. We maintain 24/7 cardiac ICU coverage and consultant availability to ensure rapid treatment for acute events. Post-procedure, patients receive tailored rehabilitation and multidisciplinary support that spans diabetes, pulmonary, and genetic services.
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