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Lipigoal is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Lipigoal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Lipigoal is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Lipigoal also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lipigoal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lipigoal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Lipigoal's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lipigoal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lipigoal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lipigoal in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lipigoal contraindications section.
Additionally, Lipigoal may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lipigoal, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lipigoal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Lipigoal safe for pregnant women?
Lipigoal shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Lipigoal safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lipigoal for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lipigoal on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Lipigoal. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Lipigoal on the Liver?
Lipigoal can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lipigoal on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lipigoal on the heart have been reported.
Lipigoal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lipigoal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lipigoal habit forming or addictive?
Lipigoal is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lipigoal will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lipigoal only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lipigoal cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lipigoal
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Lipigoal to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lipigoal
Consumption of alcohol and Lipigoal together may have severe effects on your health.
No, use of Lipigoal does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Lipigoal can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Lipigoal can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
Use Lipigoal as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Lipigoal is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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