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Lipikind is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Lipikind also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lipikind. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Lipikind include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lipikind as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lipikind 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.
It is also important to note that Lipikind has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lipikind related warnings talks about Lipikind's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Lipikind can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lipikind in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lipikind are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Lipikind with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lipikind is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lipikind 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lipikind is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Lipikind safe for pregnant women?
Lipikind shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Lipikind safe during breastfeeding?
Lipikind has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lipikind on the Kidneys?
Lipikind may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lipikind on the Liver?
Lipikind 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 Lipikind on the Heart?
Side effects of Lipikind rarely affect the heart.
Lipikind 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 Lipikind unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lipikind habit forming or addictive?
Lipikind is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lipikind does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Lipikind is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lipikind is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lipikind
Lipikind may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lipikind
Consumption of alcohol and Lipikind together may have severe effects on your health.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
