Repatha Auto-Injector (Evolocumab)

Description

Repatha Sure Click 140mg injection contains the active ingredient Evolocumab, which lowers cholesterol. Evolocumab helps lower “bad” cholesterol (LDL) in the blood with a proper diet. In addition to “statin” drugs, ezetimibe, and LDL apheresis, it may also be used with other LDL-lowering treatments. Heart disease patients also use evolocumab to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

Monoclonal antibodies are a class of drugs that include this medication. It improves how well your body gets rid of LDL cholesterol. Additionally, it is used by children and adults with high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) due to familial conditions or with a history of cardiovascular disease who have high cholesterol. Combined with a cholesterol-lowering diet, it helps prevent heart-related issues caused by fatty deposits.

The medication may work better if you exercise, lose weight if overweight, stop smoking, and eat a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet. More information can be obtained from your doctor.