Nexred Tablet (Bempedoic acid)
Nexred Tablet is used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, possibly leading to a heart attack or stroke.
Nexred Tablet is used in combination with other medicines that lower cholesterol levels, such as statins. It may be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day, but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could worsen. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising again and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have cholesterol levels checked regularly. Nexred Tablet is only one part of the treatment program, which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. Eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods high in fat.
The most common side effects of this medicine include respiratory tract infections, muscle spasms, back pain, pain in the shoulder, legs, or arms, stomach pain, anemia, increased liver enzymes, and bronchitis. Before taking it, let the doctor know if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before taking this medicine.
USES OF NEXRED TABLET
- High cholesterol
BENEFITS OF NEXRED TABLET
In High cholesterol
SIDE EFFECTS OF NEXRED TABLET
Common side effects of Nexred
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Muscle spasm
- Increased uric acid level in blood
- Back pain
- Abdominal pain
- Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
- Pain in extremities
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Increased liver enzymes
HOW TO USE NEXRED TABLET
HOW NEXRED TABLET WORKS
| Equivalent Brand | Nexred Tablet |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Bempedoic acid |
| Indication | High cholesterol |
| Manufacturer | Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd |
| Strength | 180 mg |
| Packaging | 10 tablets in 1 strip |
| Pharmaceutical Form | tablets |
| Size | 30 tablets, 60 tablets, 90 tablets |





