AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet

AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of Lipid-lowering agents and Vitamins. It is used to lower the high cholesterol or increased cholesterol levels and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle modifications have failed. High cholesterol is a condition in which you have too many lipids (fats) in your blood. It is also called hyperlipidemia or hypercholesterolemia.

AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin, Fenofibrate and Folic Acid. Atorvastatin prevents your body from making 'bad' cholesterol (LDL), while Fenofibrate works by lowering the levels of triglycerides in your blood. Additionally, they raise 'good' cholesterol (HDL) levels. Folic Acid reduces the levels of a harmful substance (homocysteine), thereby decreasing cholesterol synthesis.

Take AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience hyperglycemia (excess of glucose in the bloodstream), nausea, stomach pain, constipation, flatulence, headaches and muscle pain. Most of these side effects of AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

It is recommended not to take AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet if you are allergic to any components present in it. Do not take AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet on your own if you are pregnant or a nursing mother unless prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your medical condition and all the medicines you are taking before taking AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet to rule out any side effects. Consuming alcohol along with AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet is not advisable.

AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two Lipid-lowering agents and a Vitamin. It effectively lowers your body's high cholesterol levels. Lowering your cholesterol levels reduces your risk of heart disease and allows you to live a healthier life for longer. It also contains nutritional supplements that are necessary for overall health improvement. To maximize this medicine's effectiveness, take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active).

• Hyperglycemia (excess of glucose in the bloodstream)
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Headaches
• Muscle pain

Before taking the AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions (especially liver or kidney disease, cholelithiasis or gallstones, anaemia and muscle problems), sensitivities or allergic conditions, and all medications you are using. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Avoid drinking alcohol while on this medication, as it can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage. If you notice any persistent side effects, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug interactions: AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet interacts with other cholesterol-lowering medications (e.g. rosuvastatin, simvastatin), oral anticoagulants (e.g. dicumarol, warfarin) and medicines used to treat high levels of cortisol (e.g. levoketoconazole).

Drug-Food interactions: Avoid AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet with food items containing grape juice as well as fatty products. 

Drug-Disease interactions: AFF 10mg/160mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease (jaundice, biliary cirrhosis), kidney disease, cholelithiasis (gallstones), anaemia and muscle problems (myasthenia gravis, rhabdomyolysis).

• ROSUVASTATIN
• SIMVASTATIN
• DICUMAROL
• WARFARIN
• LEVOKETOCONAZOLE

• It is best to limit or avoid alcoholic drinks while you are taking this medicine.
• Try aromatherapy, yoga, and meditation to help relax your body and mind.
• Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.
• Eat a healthy diet rich in soluble fibres like beans, legumes, whole grains, flax, apples, and citrus fruits.
• Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in a short period.
• Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so eating them regularly is beneficial.
• Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, and lower the consumption of red meat.
• Try to prioritise more fruits and veggies in your daily meal as these contain antioxidants that help lower LDL.
• Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

High cholesterol: Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. Our body also receives cholesterol from food, like cooking oils, eggs, meats, and dairy products. Excess cholesterol is bad for our health. There are two types of cholesterol: ' bad cholesterol' and 'good cholesterol'. Bad cholesterol comprises low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG), while good cholesterol consists of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Usually, there are no specific symptoms of raised or high cholesterol levels but a large deposition of cholesterol in the arteries (plaque) or heart blockage. Blocked artery or plaque formation in the heart's arteries can lead to chest pain (angina), heart attack, or stroke. So it is advisable to have complete cholesterol tests (lipid profile tests) at least once a year. It will help you closely monitor your heart health and risk of heart attack and stroke.