Lipitas 5mg Tablet (Rosuvastatin 5mg)

Lipitas 5mg Tablet

Lipitas 5 Tablet is used for High cholesterol, Heart attack, Diabetes, High lipid levels and other conditions. Lipitas 5 Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Lipitas 5 Tablet contains Rosuvastatin as an active ingredient.
Lipitas 5 Tablet works by reducing the formation of cholesterol.
Detailed information related to Lipitas 5 Tablet’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.

Uses

Lipitas 5 Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
High cholesterol
Heart attack
Diabetes
High lipid levels

Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Lipitas 5 Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Abdominal pain
Muscle pain
Diabetes
Feeling sick
Constipation
Stomach pain
Dizziness
Skin reactions
Increased in the amount of protein in the urine
Weakness
Headache
Nausea
Myalgia
Asthenia
Peripheral oedema
Depression
Insomnia
Rash
Paraesthesia
Proteinuria
Rhabdomyolysis with acute renal failure
Lipitas 5 Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.

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Precautions

Before using Lipitas 5 Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Consult the doctor if you are suffering from electrolyte disorders or uncontrolled seizures
Consult your doctor if you develop sudden muscle pain, fever or weakness
Consult your doctor if you notice dark urine or yellowing of eyes or skin
Do not take antacids for at least 2 hours before and after taking this drug
Take precaution if you have major surgery or trauma
Take your doctor’s advice if you have sepsis or hypotension

Interactions with Lipitas 5 Tablet

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Lipitas 5 Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Lipitas 5 Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Atazanavir
Clopidogrel
Gemfibrozil
Lopinavir
Ritonavir

When not to use Lipitas 5 Tablet

Hypersensitivity to Lipitas 5 Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Lipitas 5 Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Active liver disease
Allergic reactions
Lactation
Myopathy
Pregnant or breastfeeding
Severe renal impairment