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Lipitab 80 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Lipitab 80 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lipitab 80 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Lipitab 80 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Lipitab 80 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lipitab 80 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lipitab 80 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lipitab 80 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lipitab 80 Tablet related warnings section.
Lipitab 80 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lipitab 80 Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lipitab 80 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Lipitab 80 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lipitab 80 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Lipitab 80 Tablet 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 Lipitab 80 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lipitab. If you are pregnant, do not take Lipitab without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lipitab 80 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Lipitab may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lipitab 80 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lipitab can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lipitab 80 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Lipitab. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Lipitab 80 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lipitab on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lipitab 80 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lipitab 80 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lipitab 80 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lipitab 80 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lipitab 80 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lipitab 80 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lipitab 80 Tablet
Taking Lipitab 80 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lipitab 80 Tablet
Consuming Lipitab 80 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, use of Lipitab does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Lipitab 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.
No, Lipitab does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Lipitab might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Use Lipitab as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Lipitab is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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