Liponorm Information
Liponorm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Liponorm have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Liponorm is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Liponorm include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Liponorm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Liponorm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Liponorm is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Liponorm related warnings talks about Liponorm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Liponorm can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Liponorm in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Some other conditions that can be affected by Liponorm are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Liponorm may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Liponorm is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Liponorm Benefits & Uses
Liponorm is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)
Other Benefits
Liponorm Dosage & How to Take
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Liponorm Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Liponorm is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
Common
- Headache
- पेट की गैस
- Pharyngitis
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Dyspepsia
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Liponorm Related Warnings
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Is the use of Liponorm safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Liponorm. If you are pregnant, do not take Liponorm without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Liponorm safe during breastfeeding?
Liponorm has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Liponorm on the Kidneys?
Liponorm 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.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Liponorm on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Liponorm. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Liponorm on the Heart?
Side effects of Liponorm rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Liponorm with Other Drugs
Liponorm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Liponorm Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Liponorm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Liponorm
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Is this Liponorm habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Liponorm is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Liponorm will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Liponorm only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Liponorm in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Liponorm Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Liponorm
Taking Liponorm with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Liponorm
Consuming Liponorm with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
