Condition

High Cholesterol

Statins and lipid-lowering drugs for cholesterol control

7 drugs
7 Prescription

Statin

cholesterol-lowering medicine

2

Atorvastatin

Prescription

High cholesterol, prevention of heart attack, prevention of stroke, heart disease in people with risk factors like diabetes or high blood pressure

Advas 10 TabletsAdvas 20 TabletsAstin 10 TabletAtocard 20 TabletAtorkem-20 TabletAtorstat-10 TabletsAtorstat-20 TabletsAtorvastatin 20mg Tablet

Simvastatin

Prescription

High cholesterol, prevention of heart attack, prevention of stroke, reducing risk of heart disease in people with diabetes or other risk factors

Simvofix 10 TabletsSimvofix 20 Tablet

Cholesterol-lowering combination

Statin + Fibrate

1

Atorvastatin; Fenofibrate

Prescription

High cholesterol, high triglycerides (excess fat in the blood), mixed dyslipidemia (when both cholesterol and triglycerides are too high), reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke

Myotel-TG Tablets

Combination medicine

cholesterol-lowering

1

Atorvastatin; Perindopril Arginine; Amlodipine

Prescription

High blood pressure, high cholesterol, prevention of heart attack, prevention of stroke, heart disease in people with risk factors

Triveram 10-5-5 TabletsTriveram 20-10-10 TabletsTriveram 20-10-5 TabletsTriveram 20-5-5 TabletsTriveram 40-10-10 Tablets

Bile acid sequestrant

cholesterol-lowering agent

1

Colestyramine

Prescription

High cholesterol, itching caused by liver problems or blocked bile ducts, diarrhoea caused by excess bile acids

Questra Powder For Oral Suspension

Fibrate

cholesterol-lowering medicine

1

Fenofibrate

Prescription

High cholesterol, high triglycerides (excess fat in the blood), mixed high cholesterol levels, reducing risk of heart disease in people with high blood fats

Colestrim TabletsFenolip TabletFenrose Capsules

Statin

Cholesterol-lowering medicine

1

Rosuvastatin

Prescription

High cholesterol, high levels of fat in the blood, prevention of heart attack, prevention of stroke, reducing the risk of heart disease in people with risk factors

Auritz 10 TabletsCrestor 10mg TabletsCrestor 20mg TabletsCrestor 40mg TabletsCrestor 5mg TabletsEliora Rosuvastatin Tablets 10mgEliora Rosuvastatin Tablets 20mgEverdestiny Rosuvastatin Tablets 10mg

When to see a doctor

Seek care if you notice any of the following

  • If you have severe chest pain or pressure that lasts for more than 10 minutes, go to your nearest clinic or hospital immediately.
  • If you experience numbness, weakness, or paralysis in your face, arm, or leg, go to your nearest clinic or hospital right away.
  • If you have difficulty speaking or swallowing, or if you experience sudden confusion, go to your nearest clinic or hospital immediately.
  • If you have severe headaches, dizziness, or fainting spells, go to your nearest clinic or hospital as soon as possible.
  • If you notice a rash, itching, or swelling on your skin that spreads quickly, go to your nearest clinic or hospital within 24 hours.

For guidance only — always consult a qualified healthcare provider.