Description
INTRODUCTION ABOUT LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET
LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET is a combination of Atorvastatin and Cholecalciferol (or Vitamin D3) which belongs to the group of medicines called Cholesterol lowering agents and Vitamin D respectively. It is used to reduce high blood cholesterol levels (hyperlipidaemia) in patients when diet and lifestyle changes does not result in adequate response.
By reducing blood cholesterol levels, it can also be used to manage the risk of heart attack, stroke, angina and other heart related problems. It can also be used to manage vitamin D3 deficiency and bone disorders (such as osteoporosis) among patients who have both hyperlipidemia and vitamin D3 deficiency.
Along with the management, you must follow a cholesterol-lowering diet, lifestyle changes and regular physical activity as instructed by your doctor to achieve better results. Avoid consuming alcohol or grapefruit juice while taking LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET as it may lead to unwanted side effects.
Before taking LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any lung, liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, hypertension, thyroid problems, or a family history of muscle disorders.
Do not take LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding without consulting your doctor. The most common side effects of taking LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET are inflammation of nasal passage, throat pain, joint pain, back pain, constipation, nausea and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
USES OF LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET
- Manage hyperlipidemia (high blood cholesterol levels)
- Prevents the risk of heart attack, stroke, angina and other heart problems
- Manage and manages Vitamin D3 deficiency
- Manage and manages bone problems (such as osteoporosis)
HOW LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET WORKS
LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET contains two medicines namely, atorvastatin and cholecalciferol. Atorvastatin is a cholesterol lowering agent. It effectively reduces the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the body by blocking the actions of an enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase that synthesizes cholesterol within the body. It also acts on the liver and improves the body’s ability to remove fat particles from the blood.
Cholecalciferol is a form of Vitamin D. It supplements your body with a sufficient amount of Vitamin D3 which manages vitamin D3 deficiency and its associated bone problems. It also improves the cholesterol-reducing actions of atorvastatin and can reduce the muscle pain and damage caused due to atorvastatin within the body.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET can be taken with or without meals.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Do not stop taking LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET without consulting your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET
COMMON
- inflammation of the nasal passages
- throat pain, nose bleeds
- increase in blood sugar levels
- increase in blood creatine kinase
- headache
- nausea, constipation, indigestion, diarrhoea
- joint pain, muscle pain and back pain
- liver problems
UNCOMMON
- anorexia (loss of appetite)
- weight gain
- dizziness
- having nightmares, insomnia
- tingling sensation
- decreased sensation to pain or touch
- changes in sense of taste
- loss of memory
- blurring of vision
- ringing in the ears followed by vomiting
- bloating, abdominal pain
- neck pain, muscle fatigue
- fatigue, feeling unwell, weakness, chest pain
- swelling especially in the ankles (oedema)
- raised temperature
- high blood calcium levels
- increased calcium levels in urine
RARE
- visual disturbance
- unexpected bleeding or bruising
- cholestasis (yellowish discoloration of the skin and whites of the eyes)
- tendon injury
Stop taking LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, blisters in the skin, severe peeling, blistering of the skin and swelling of the skin, mouth, eyes, face, lips, tongue and/or throat with difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
- unexplained muscle pain or weakness, especially if accompanied by fever, weakness, or reddish-brown urine (rhabdomyolysis)
- unexpected bleeding or bruising
- severe skin rash with joint disorders and changes in blood counts (Lupus-like disease syndrome)
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea and Vomiting:
Take LIPICURE D 20MG TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if your nausea worsens.
Headache:
Rest and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the head if required. Do not consume excessive alcohol. Reduce looking into bright light and try to get adequate sleep. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.
Constipation:
Eat plenty of fiber rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals. Drink plenty of fluids. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor if this side effect bothers you.
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