Lipizet 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides and reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Lipizet 20mg Tablet is usually taken in the evening, with or without food. However, taking it with food may reduce the chances of nausea. Take it regularly for maximum benefit. Most people with high cholesterol and triglycerides do not feel ill, but stopping the medicine may increase cholesterol and triglyceride levels, making the condition worse and increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program, which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Ordinary side effects of Lipizet 20mg Tablet include upper respiratory infections, headache, abdominal pain, constipation, and nausea. These are usually mild and temporary. Consult your doctor if they persist. Inform your doctor if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.
Lipizet 20mg Tablet should not be used in individuals with severe liver disease. Also, pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this medicine as it may harm the baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lipizet 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Lipizet
Constipation
Headache
Upper respiratory tract infection
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lipizet 20mg Tablet
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Lipizet 20mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Lipizet 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lipizet 20mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lipizet 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Lipizet 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Employ of Lipizet 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
FAQs:
What is Lipizet 20mg Tablet used for? How does it work?
Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Awful cholesterol can build up in the walls of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful to you.
Is Lipizet 20mg Tablet safe to take?
Affirmative, Lipizet 20mg Tablet is safe to use if used as prescribed by the doctor and if the doctor's instructions are followed. The side effects of this medicine are few and do not occur in everyone.
What should I know about high cholesterol?
Lipizet 20mg Tablet is a medicine that helps lower bad cholesterol and fats like triglycerides in your blood. It also helps raise good cholesterol. It is usually taken along with a healthy diet and regular exercise. It works by slowing down the amount of cholesterol made by your liver. This helps prevent cholesterol from building up in your blood vessels, which can lower your risk of heart problems like heart attacks and strokes.
When should I take Lipizet 20mg Tablet?
Lipizet 20mg Tablet is generally taken once a day, preferably in the evening after dinner. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.
For how long should I take Lipizet 20mg Tablet?
You may need to take Lipizet 20mg Tablet for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only till you are taking Lipizet 20mg Tablet. Stopping Lipizet 20mg Tablet without starting a different treatment may increase your cholesterol levels again. This medicine has only a few side effects and is usually considered safe if taken as directed by the doctor.
What foods should be avoided when taking Lipizet 20mg Tablet?
Lipizet 20mg Tablet is used to decrease your blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, to seek the best results of this medicine, you should avoid foods which are high in calories like fried food and junk food. It is recommended to eat a low-fat and low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all the exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.
Can I take alcohol with Lipizet 20mg Tablet?
No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Lipizet 20mg Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in the triglyceride levels if Lipizet 20mg Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised not to take Lipizet 20mg Tablet without consulting their doctor. They must also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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