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18 People found this comment helpful

My good cholesterol went up, my bad went down, and my triglycerides came down, The decrease was significant. This was after 4 months.

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2 People found this comment helpful

developed severe dizziness and weakness after one week of taking antara

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Yen | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/15/2014
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 3.3
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I'm a 29 years old Asian woman. I am taking this medication for my high cholesterol and Triglyceride. My doctor has warned me about the side effect of this drug, particularly the muscle weakness. Almost one month into taking this drug, I have experienced rash/itchiness all over my body (night time is the worst), joint pain, tiredness/low energy,and heartburn (night time). Since this drug is quite expensive, I am going to finish the 30 pills bottle that I paid for ($187.70), then I will ask my doctor to switch something else for me. I couldn't stand the side effects especially the rash and joint pain. Read More Read Less

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ddsterrett | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
6/15/2012
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 5.0
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Has helped to lower my cholesterol and triglyceride levels to acceptable ranges, with excercize being a crucial component to the regimen. I probably don't watch my diet as much as I should.

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Anonymous | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
2/23/2011
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 2.3
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It has caused my skin to itch all over. Plus I have less energy.

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
11/18/2010
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 2.3
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I've taken Antara for about a month, and I'm experiencing extreme fatigue and some muscle pain. Starting drinking diet colas just to stay awake at work in the daytime. Am going to stop the med for a week and see if the symptoms subside. Can't function well when I'm sleepy all the time.

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lzotz8 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
10/4/2010
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 2.3
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developed severe dizziness and weakness after one week of taking antara

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | Patient
2/11/2010
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 5.0
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Have been on Antara for 18 months and this is the first drug that really has helped me. The only negative is the price, $50 with insurance. Will be looking for an alternate really soon.

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lizzimart | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Caregiver
1/31/2010
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 1.3
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I have questions about this medication. Is it a statin drug? My son seems more forgetful than usual whilr taking statins.

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Loriokee | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
1/21/2010
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 1.7
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Nearly crippled me. I had no idea the physical debilitation over a one year period was the med. Permanent joint pain. Now I take Lovaza No side effects.

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Mikel | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
12/31/2009
Condition: High Cholesterol
Overall rating 3.3
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luckychuckie1 | 35-44 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/26/2009
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 3.0
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(almost killed me!) After taking for about a year with no major issues, I had to go into the hospital due to serious pain in my stomach. I always had a bad back so I never attributed my back pain to antara. After a year of taking this medicine it built up a sludge that shut down the pancreas. Two reason it's important to know this; One, this major side effect does not occur until prolonged use and many people may think they can tolerate the medication well. Two, the symptoms, back pain, acid reflux and stomach pain are so general that they are often ignored before full blown pancreatitis. FYI - pancreatitis is one of the most painful things that can happen to you. Read More Read Less

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charles | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/16/2009
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 4.0
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i feel better and no side efects.

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[email protected] | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/27/2009
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 1.7
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I started Antara, and after four or five days experienced severe back pain, I Think it's my right kidney.I discontinued and most of the pain diminished but i still have some soreness. Going to the doctor to change my medication and examine my back and kidney.I hope there's no permanent damage.

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cat48328 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/19/2009
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 4.3
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I have been using Antara for 1 1/2 months now. Can't get the blood test 'til next month. They cover my $10/month co-pay. The Pharmacist gave me their information. It's covered for a year. The only problem I've had is some weird (like hot flashes) from it. I can tolerate it though.

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charles mellow | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
5/18/2009
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 1.7
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My doctor has suggested that I switch from "TRICOR" TO "ANTARA" I have noticed no improvements at all, after taking a Lab Test by the end of 4 months of use.

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ExperSecy | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/1/2009
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 2.0
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I can not tolerate statins so I tried Antara. While I did not get muscle pain, it left me nauseated and depressed. I stopped taking it because of those effectson my system.

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ReaderStacey | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/17/2009
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 2.0
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I found myself to be extremely exhaused and unfocused while on this medication. Napped early evening almost daily - sometimes slept instead of having dinner. Sleep broken into two 5 hr segments daily. Coul dnot get up for work on time. Stopped 1 week ago and finally feeling better. Triglcerides after 60 days of use unchanged - still high.

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[email protected] | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
1/23/2009
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 1.7
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I have taken this med for 1 yr. and just had a heart attack. 2 blocked arteries one 98% and 1 93%

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gene | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/25/2008
Condition: High Amount of Triglyceride in the Blood
Overall rating 1.0
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Why would a doctor give this to someone who has hepatitis?

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/21/2008
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 5.0
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I have tried others and this is the only one that works. No drug insurance and this is sooo expensive. $93 a month.

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Anonymous |
8/12/2008
Condition: Combined High Blood Cholesterol and Triglyceride Level
Overall rating 4.0
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Since i started taking it my cholesterol went down. and I have no bad experience taking this medication. Except the price.

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