EVACREST -F 10/160  is used to lower the levels of lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. 

EVACREST -F  10/160 Tablet can be taken with a meal . You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day.  Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depending on your lipid levels and how you respond to this medicine. Most people with high cholesterol and triglyceride do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your lipid levels, making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.

It is important to have your cholesterol and triglyceride levels (lipid profile) checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy low-fat diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.

Nausea, stomach pain, constipation, headache, flatulence & muscle pain are some of the common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild & disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes, unusual bleeding or bruising, or get repeated, severe, or unexplained muscle pains. You may be advised to get your liver function tested periodically while taking this medicine.

Common side effects::Headache,Muscle pain,Constipation,Abnormal liver function tests,Joint pain,Elevated creatine kinase,Diabetes.