Concern) I'm afraid to take the medication due to side effects of the cholesterol-lowering drug.

In June, during a health checkup, my cholesterol level was reported as 230, but since I was taking medication for hyperlipidemia and rheumatoid arthritis, I experienced severe allergies. I decided to stop all medications voluntarily and manage it through diet and exercise.

I was also working out hard and adjusting my diet, thinking I could overcome it.

However, recently, instead of decreasing, the cholesterol level actually increased to 268.

 

The doctor said that since your cholesterol level is over 200, you should start taking medication immediately without questioning or debating.

You mentioned that if blood vessels leading to the brain, heart, or other areas become blocked due to high cholesterol, it can cause stroke, cerebral infarction, or angina, so to prevent this, medication must be taken unconditionally.

While waiting to calculate the medical expenses, I noticed the pamphlet and took a picture, which also made me more aware.

I had some medication at home, so I didn't get a prescription for any new medication.

 

I took the medication I had previously stopped after thinking about it for a few days.

However, about 40 minutes after taking it early in the morning, I was surprised when I looked in the mirror while applying makeup after washing my face.

Just by taking the cholesterol medication, my entire face and neck became completely swollen and red with hives.

I contacted the hospital and inquired, and they told me to stop immediately and get a different prescription.

At the dermatology clinic, I received prescriptions for allergy and hives medications, and I applied allergy lotions while waiting for the hives to subside over several days. I immediately discontinued the hyperlipidemia medication.

I entered a few days ago, but I am wondering if I should get a new prescription for my cholesterol medication.

They say I need to get prescriptions for the right medication for myself for several days to find the right one ㅠㅠ