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Here is a collection of user reviews for the medication Antara sorted by most helpful. ![]()
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I have tried many of these type drugs and did not have the problems of muscle pain as bad as with Lipitor or Zetia. Thumbs up except for the stroke I had when my pharmacist told me it was $45.68 w/ BC/BS Insurance!! Published: January 22, 2008 ::
I could not tolerate statins, zetia, or red yeast rice. Antara has not caused muscle pain or muscle weakness after one month of use. Won't know if it's effective in reducing LDL cholesterol until next blood test in another month, but I'll add that info at that time. Published: May 09, 2008 ::
I took it for three years. It worked but what a cost! It sucked all the joy out of my life. I began to see immediate relief from depression within weeks of changing my medication . Published: June 25, 2008 ::
While taking Antara I've become very sleepy, requiring two naps per day. Also, a feeling of weekness, and not wanting to do anything. I've not taken it for three days and I'm back to normal. Published: June 21, 2008 ::
I have tried others and this is the only one that works. No drug insurance and this is sooo expensive. $93 a month. Published: August 21, 2008 ::
caused erection difficultly Published: July 21, 2008 ::
Since i started taking it my cholesterol went down. and I have no bad experience taking this medication. Except the price. Published: August 12, 2008 ::
has caused impotence Published: April 07, 2008 ::
Why would a doctor give this to someone who has hepatitis? Published: October 25, 2008 ::
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. Published: June 27, 2009 ::
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. Published: May 18, 2009 ::
i feel better and no side efects. Published: July 16, 2009 ::
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. Published: June 19, 2009 ::
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My good cholesterol went up, my bad went down, and my triglycerides came down, The decrease was significant. This was after 4 months. Published: October 21, 2007 ::