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Latest Update: Anthrax

** Important Health Warning **

- CHOLESTEROL DRUG WITHDRAWN IN IRELAND -

LIPOBAY

  • WHY?

When used in combination with another drug "Lopid" - serious reaction - some deaths.

No reports of any reactions have been reported in Ireland.

  • WHAT TO DO:

If taking Lipobay, contact your doctor to review therapy.

If you are on any other cholesterol drugs eg. Lipitor, Lipostat, Zocor, Lescol - continue using as prescribed as these are considered safe.