Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin
Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev SharmaLast updated 18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)
Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin Uses
Simvastatin+Ramipril+Atenolol+Hydrochlorothiazide+Aspirin is used for prevention of heart attack and stroke. It is used in patients with multiple risk factors for heart attack and stroke.
How Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin works
Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin is a combination of five medicines which include three blood pressure lowering medicines (Ramipril, Atenolol and Hydrochlorothiazide), a lipid lowering medicine (Simvastatin) and an anti-platelet medicine (Aspirin). Together, they lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, optimize cholesterol levels by decreasing “bad” cholesterol (LDL), and prevent the formation of harmful blood clots (platelet aggregation). This reduces the risk of heart diseases and stroke.
Common side effects of Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin
Constipation, Indigestion, Cough, Dizziness, Vertigo, Fatigue, Weakness, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
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Expert advice for Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin
- Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin is used for various cardiovascular disorders and stroke prevention.
- The combined pill is almost as effective as the individual pills with no increase in side effects.
- This medicine should be used along with a proper diet, salt restriction, and regular exercise for best results.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Side effects such as indigestion, cough, dizziness, vertigo, fatigue and weakness may occur.
Frequently asked questions for Simvastatin + Ramipril + Atenolol + Hydrochlorothiazide + Aspirin
One capsule of Polycap should be taken once daily. However, the dose of the medicine should be taken as directed by the cardiologist.
Polycap should be taken at one fixed easy to remember a time, such as in the morning or as directed by the doctor.
In case you are not tolerating the drug or have side effects, please contact your treating doctor as soon as possible.