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Gastritis (Angin)

➡️ What is Gastritis?

It is when your stomach lining gets inflamed, causing issues like stomach pain and indigestion.

➡️ Why Does it Happen?

Taking long-term painkiller or prolong use of NSAID. Having certain infections that affect your stomach lining such as Helicobacter Pylori

➡️ What to Look Out For:

Feelings like burning or bloating in your stomach, nausea, or vomiting might be signs.
In Malaysia we always refer it as ‘Angin’

➡️ Getting Help:

Can see doctor in GP or KK for further management. They might start on :
– Syrup MMT
– Pantoprazole / Esomeprazole

➡️ Taking Care:

Eating well, managing stress, and reduce intake of spicy food can help prevent gastritis.

Pertubuhan Amal Perubatan Ibnu Sina Malaysia (PAPISMA) Kedah

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Simvastatin vs Atorvastatin

When is the best time to take medication?

 

Choosing between atorvastatin and simvastatin involves considering their distinct characteristics.

 

✅ Atorvastatin, recommended for morning intake, boasts potency and a prolonged half-life (14 hours), ensuring a consistent reduction in cholesterol throughout the day.

 

Eg : T. Atorvastatin 40mg OD/ON

 

✅ Simvastatin, on the other hand, is shorter half life (<5 hours) hence suggested for nighttime consumption to align with the body’s peak cholesterol synthesis during those hours. This strategic timing optimizes simvastatin’s effectiveness in targeting nighttime cholesterol production

 

Eg : T. Simvastatin 40mg ON

 

Papisma Kedah

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