Safe to stop cholesterol medication crosuva 5mg, level after stroke…

I'm 41 had a stroke October 2019 cholesterol after stroke was 5.6 now 3.6. I have a Pfo which will be getting closed in 3 weeks

Hi Heather,

Thanks for reaching out to EnableMe. I’m so sorry to hear that you had a stroke. It sounds like you’ve been making great progress bringing your cholesterol levels down!

Medication management is crucial for prevention of secondary strokes. In regards to your cholesterol medication, is best that you listen to the advice of your specialist and general practitioner to decide if certain medications are necessary for you to stay on or cease.

You can find the link to our medication fact sheet here.

I hope this helps, please don’t hesitate to call us on StrokeLine 1800 787 653 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm AEST)

Best of luck with your PFO closure!

Regards,

Madisen (Strokeline)

Thanks for replying.

I have stopped it in consultation with GP, I suppose I was just a little worried and wanting more knowledge and reassurance!

Thanks 😊