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Why Is Atorvastatin Tablets Prescribed For A Renal Transplant Patient?
Question: are there any problems for a renal tranplant patient to have atorvastatin and fenofibrate tablets.
Brief Answer:
These drugs can cause muscle breakdown ,Hence should be taken with caution
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for query .
Patient who has undergone Renal Transplant has a compromised Renal function
Both these drugs are known to cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure hence should be avoided or should be taken with caution .Cholesterol levels can be reduced by other dietary measures.
Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions ,I shall be happy to help you
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.
These drugs can cause muscle breakdown ,Hence should be taken with caution
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for query .
Patient who has undergone Renal Transplant has a compromised Renal function
Both these drugs are known to cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure hence should be avoided or should be taken with caution .Cholesterol levels can be reduced by other dietary measures.
Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions ,I shall be happy to help you
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.
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