Lipitas 40 MG
Lipitas Tablet contains rosuvastatin as its active ingredient that is used to lower down the bad cholesterol level and reduce the risk of heart disease. It is used along with lifestyle modifications such as a cholesterol-lowering diet and physical activity. It is also known as ‘Statins’ or ‘HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors’ medicine. High cholesterol levels cause narrowing of blood vessels that ultimately leads to heart stroke/attack. This medicine lowers the formation of bad cholesterol in the body by inhibiting the enzyme responsible for cholesterol formation. Take this medicine preferably at bedtime to gain optimum benefits. Along with this medicine, you should practice exercise and consume less fried, junk and packaged food.
Uses of Lipitas 40MG
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It is used for the treatment of high cholesterol levels.
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It is also known to prevent cardiovascular events like stroke and reduce the risk of a heart attack.
Contraindications of Lipitas 40MG
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If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
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If you have severe liver or kidney diseases.
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If you have unexplained muscle pain.
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If you are taking medicines like cyclosporin.
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If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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If you have hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid).
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If you are an alcoholic.
Side effects of Lipitas 40MG
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Constipation
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Feeling sick
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Stomach pain
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Muscle pain
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Feeling weak
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Itching
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Rash
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Hives
Precautions and Warnings of Lipitas 40 MG
Pregnancy
Q:Can I take Lipitas Tablet during pregnancy?
A:Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or if you are planning a pregnancy. Taking this medicine during pregnancy can be harmful to the foetus. Women of childbearing age should use effective contraceptive methods while using this medicine.
Breast Feeding
Q:Can I take Lipitas Tablet while breastfeeding?
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A small amount of this medicine passes into the breastmilk. Limited data is available about the safety of Rosuvastatin during breastfeeding. It is unsafe to consume this medicine if you are planning to breastfeed the baby.
Driving
Q:Can I drive if I have consumed Lipitas Tablet?
A:This medicine does not influence your ability to drive, however, as this medicine is known to cause dizziness, hence caution is advised while driving.
Alcohol
Q:Can I consume alcohol with Lipitas Tablet?
A:Caution is advised if you are consuming an excess of alcohol as it may result in liver damage.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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You have any underlying medical conditions like kidney or liver problems, respiratory problem, thyroid, etc.
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You notice blood in the urine along with muscle pain, fever. This could be a serious side effect of abnormal muscle breakdown.
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It can cause jaundice and elevated liver enzymes. Liver function tests have to be monitored.
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You have muscle aches or pains or a family history of muscle problems.
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You regularly drink an excessive amount of alcohol.
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You are taking medicines to lower cholesterol like gemfibrozil, fenofibrate.
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You are taking medicines for HIV infection like ritonavir with lopinavir.
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You are above 70 years old.
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You are a diabetic.
Mode of Action of Lipitas 40 MG
How Does It Work?
Cholesterol is made by the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase. Rosuvastatin inhibits this enzyme, thus lowering cholesterol and bad cholesterol (LDL levels). It increases good cholesterol also known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.
Directions for Use of Lipitas 40 MG
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This medicine can be taken with or without food.
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Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. It may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time preferably at bedtime.
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Limit the intake of grapefruit juice to minimal quantities.
Interactions of Lipitas 40MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Some medicines can affect the way Lipitas Tablet works or Lipitas Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time.
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Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
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Especially, if you are taking certain medicines like oral contraceptives, immunosuppressants like cyclosporin, anticoagulants like warfarin, anti-cancer and anti-HIV medicines like regorafenib, ritonavir respectively.
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Medicines used to treat acidity in your stomach like antacids should not be taken at least within 2 hours of taking this medicine.
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An increased risk of muscle pain, when used with other lipid-lowering medicines.
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Concomitant use of fusidic acid (used for bacterial infection) and rosuvastatin should not be taken together as they lead to serious muscle problems.
Dosage of Lipitas 40 MG
Overdose
If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. Although no particular side effects of an overdose of rosuvastatin are known, one must avoid an overdose of any medicine.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one. However, do not take 2 doses of rosuvastatin within 12 hours.
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