I have been on cholestrol lowering medication since 1992. It has been making me feel tired, aching in the legs and generally unenthusiastic about my life. I need other alternatives. Has anyone had this experience and has anyone any other alternatives to the medication?
2007-02-19 16:12:55 · 5 answers · asked by sisimcgil 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
eat healthy foods also & the good oils etc
but you should try metamucil
it boasts it lowers cholestrol
but make sure you don't have medication 2hrs after having it because it will just set in the metamucil lol
you can buy Plain Psyllium husks at the super markets near the cereals etc or the health area & its dirt cheap compared to metamucil
Also isnt there some sort of butter that lowers it
but you should ask your Dr because I'm no Dr
good luck with your health
2007-02-19 17:16:40 · answer #1 · answered by ausblue 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on which medication you are on. Statins (Lipitor, Crestor) don't typically cause fatigue unless associated with the side effect of muscle damage (rhabdomyolysis). Other meds more associated with tiredness (beta blockers: Toprol, etc.) Tiredness can be a sign of infection, angina or heart attack. Either way, talk to your doctor to rule out the nastier causes of fatigue. Then, talk about alternative meds for cholesterol. Don't put this off. Good luck.
2007-02-20 10:18:15 · answer #2 · answered by SA16 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is very possible...Talk with your doctor. There are alternatives like Niacin/ lecitine and, psyllium , eating walnuts etc.
2007-02-20 00:21:29 · answer #3 · answered by Pieternel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
change it to another. ther are many with different side effects
2007-02-20 01:22:36 · answer #4 · answered by Father Ted 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all medicines have side effects. call your drug store and see your doctor.
2007-02-20 00:21:25 · answer #5 · answered by Grand pa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋