Name: Axolt 10mg Tablet
Brand: Edward Young Labs
SKU: 66e355fe2acee465a4c6c65e
Price: 36.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Question 1

Q. What should I know about high cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Bad cholesterol can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful to you.

Question 2

Q. Can Axolt 10mg Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?

Accepted Answer

Yes, taking Axolt 10mg Tablet can cause muscle problems or muscle injury. This is because of the reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells which leads to fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness, or muscle weakness. The soreness may be significant enough to interfere with your daily activities. Do not take it lightly and consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this and to avoid making it worse.

Question 3

Q. Is Axolt 10mg Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Axolt 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lowers the level of lipids or fats. Axolt 10mg Tablet is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes fail to lower the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Axolt 10mg Tablet can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.

Question 4

Q. Can Axolt 10mg Tablet be prescribed to children?

Accepted Answer

Axolt 10mg Tablet is for adults and children aged 10 years or more whose cholesterol levels do not come down enough with exercise and a low-fat diet. It is not approved for use in patients younger than 10 years old.

Question 5

Q. Is Axolt 10mg Tablet a blood thinner?

Accepted Answer

No, Axolt 10mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is a cholesterol-lowering medicine. It works by slowing down the production of cholesterol in the body. This further decreases the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the part of the body. By lowering the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides it prevents the chances of stroke and heart attack.

Question 6

Q. Will taking Axolt 10mg Tablet lead to an increase in my risk of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Axolt 10mg Tablet may increase this risk slightly. This is because Axolt 10mg Tablet can raise your blood sugar a little. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise monitoring your blood sugar levels more closely for the first few months. Tell your doctor if you find it harder to control your blood sugar.

Question 7

Q. For how long do I need to take Axolt 10mg Tablet? Is it safe for long-term use?

Accepted Answer

You may need to take Axolt 10mg Tablet life long or for the duration prescribed by your doctor. The benefits will only continue for as long as you take it. If you stop taking Axolt 10mg Tablet without starting a different treatment, your cholesterol levels may rise again. It is considered to be safe and has few side effects if taken as directed by the doctor.

Question 8

Q. Does Axolt 10mg Tablet cause weight loss?

Accepted Answer

No, Axolt 10mg Tablet has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while taking Axolt 10mg Tablet.

Question 9

Q. Can I stop taking Axolt 10mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, you should not stop taking Axolt 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you think that Axolt 10mg Tablet is causing side effects, you should consult your doctor who may accordingly lower your dose or change your medicine.

Question 10

Q. Can I take alcohol with Axolt 10mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Axolt 10mg Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in the triglyceride levels if Axolt 10mg Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised, not to take Axolt 10mg Tablet without consulting the doctor. They should also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.

Question 11

Q. Does Axolt 10mg Tablet cause memory loss?

Accepted Answer

Memory loss may occur with Axolt 10mg Tablet in very rare cases. This is generally non-serious and may occur as early as 1 day or may take years to appear. These symptoms may disappear within about 3 weeks of discontinuing Axolt 10mg Tablet. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.

Question 12

Q. When should I take Axolt 10mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Axolt 10mg Tablet is generally taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or night or at any time of the day, with or without food. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.

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