Before taking Nexletol, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions and all medications, vitamins, herbal products, and supplements you take. This information can help reduce the risk of side effects and potential drug interactions.
Allergic Reactions
Do not take Nexletol if you are allergic to bempedoic acid or any of the ingredients in the medication.
Seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs of an allergic reaction, such as:
- Rash or hives
- Itching
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Tendon Problems
Nexletol may increase the risk of tendon injury, including tendon rupture. This risk may be higher in:
- Adults over 60 years of age
- People with a history of tendon disorders
- Individuals taking corticosteroids
- People taking certain antibiotics, such as fluoroquinolones
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience:
- Sudden tendon pain
- Swelling or tenderness near a joint
- Difficulty moving a limb
- A popping or snapping sensation in a tendon
Liver and Kidney Disease
People with liver or kidney problems may require closer monitoring while taking Nexletol. Your healthcare provider may perform blood tests during treatment to help ensure the medication remains safe and effective.
Be sure to tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of:
- Liver disease
- Kidney disease
- Abnormal liver function tests
Gout and Elevated Uric Acid
Nexletol may increase uric acid levels in the blood, which can trigger gout attacks in susceptible individuals.
If you have a history of gout, tell your healthcare provider before starting treatment.
Symptoms of a gout flare may include:
- Sudden joint pain
- Swelling
- Redness
- Warmth around the affected joint
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
The safety of Nexletol during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been fully established.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, discuss the potential risks and benefits with your healthcare provider before taking this medication.
Drug Interactions
Nexletol may interact with certain medications, supplements, and herbal products. These interactions can affect how the medication works or increase the risk of side effects.
Always provide your healthcare provider with a complete list of everything you take before starting treatment.
Muscle Pain and Muscle Problems
Some people taking Nexletol may experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness. In rare cases, muscle symptoms can be associated with a serious condition called rhabdomyolysis, which involves muscle breakdown and can lead to kidney damage.
Contact your healthcare provider promptly if you experience:
- Unexplained muscle pain
- Muscle weakness
- Severe muscle tenderness
- Dark-colored urine
Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
Nexletol is used to help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels. However, it should not replace other medications or treatments prescribed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack or stroke.
Continue taking all medications prescribed by your healthcare provider and follow your recommended treatment plan.
Dizziness and Blurred Vision
Nexletol may cause dizziness or blurred vision in some individuals.
Until you know how the medication affects you, use caution when:
- Driving
- Operating machinery
- Performing tasks that require alertness and clear vision
Surgery and Medical Procedures
If you are planning to undergo surgery or a medical procedure, inform your healthcare provider and surgical team that you are taking Nexletol. This helps ensure that any potential medication interactions can be properly managed.
Important Safety Information
- Do not take Nexletol if you are allergic to bempedoic acid or any of its ingredients.
- Tell your healthcare provider if you have gout, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of tendon problems.
- Report any unusual muscle pain, tendon pain, or joint symptoms promptly.
- Inform your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- Tell all healthcare providers about the medications and supplements you take.
- Attend recommended follow-up appointments and blood tests during treatment.
Regular monitoring and communication with your healthcare provider can help ensure that Nexletol is working effectively while minimizing the risk of potential side effects and complications.
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