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Which Contraceptive Pill Can I Use While Taking Simvastation For High Cholesterol?
Hello I take a low dosage of simvastatin for hereditary high cholesterol. I have good health generally. normal blood pressure and am not overweight. Can you advise what contraceptive pill I can take alongside the simvastatin. I am 43 years old. many thanks Rebecca
Sat, 21 Dec 2013
Namasthe
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Greetings of the day
Modern day low dose contraceptive pills are totally safe and can be taken.
Take low dose Oestrogen and Progesterone conatining pill. Oestrogen also has beneficial effect on lipid profile.
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Sobha Deepak
MBBS, MD
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Modern day low dose contraceptive pills are totally safe and can be taken.
Take low dose Oestrogen and Progesterone conatining pill. Oestrogen also has beneficial effect on lipid profile.
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Sobha Deepak
MBBS, MD
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