Repatha SureClick Injection

Short Description

Repatha SureClick Injection medicine is used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease or stroke by preventing the deposition of plaque (atherosclerosis) in the blood vessels (arteries) walls.

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Introduction

Repatha SureClick Injection is used along with other blood cholesterol-lowering medicines (statins) and diet as an adjunct. It is given as an injection by a trained healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine 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. You can eat normally while taking this medicine but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

Side Effects

Back pain Upper respiratory tract infection Influenza (flu) Injection site reactions such as pain redness or inflammation

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Repatha SureClick Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Repatha SureClick Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Repatha SureClick Injection works by preventing the production of LDL cholesterol to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the heart brain and other parts of the body.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to rubber or latex since the needle covers on the syringe contain dry natural rubber Inform your doctor immediately if you experience swelling fatigue muscle weakness or muscle pain Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter If you are diabetic monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Repatha SureClick Injection may increase your blood sugar levels Lifestyle changes like a low-fat and salt diet exercise not smoking and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink may help Repatha SureClick Injection work better.