Brillo Tablet
Description
Brillo tablet is a medicine used to help lower cholesterol and fats in the blood, especially bad LDL cholesterol. It is particularly helpful for people who cannot take statins or need extra treatment alongside a healthy diet and lifestyle. Lowering LDL cholesterol can also reduce the risk of heart disease over time.
The medicine works by blocking an enzyme in the liver called ATP citrate lyase (ACL), which plays a key role in making cholesterol. By reducing hepatic cholesterol production, Brillo tablet helps maintain blood cholesterol levels within a healthier range. This action supports overall heart health and complements diet and lifestyle changes.
Brillo tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with or after food, and at the same time every day for best results. Swallow the tablet whole with water and do not crush or chew it. Following a consistent low-cholesterol diet and maintaining healthy habits will improve the effectiveness of the medication.
Some individuals may experience side effects, such as muscle pain, weakness, elevated uric acid levels, or liver enzyme changes. Regular check-ups and blood tests are recommended to monitor cholesterol levels, liver function, and kidney function. Promptly report any unusual symptoms such as muscle tenderness, joint pain, or signs of gout to your physician.
It is important not to exceed the prescribed dose and not to stop taking Brillo tablet without consulting your physician, even if you feel well. Store the tablets in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and keep them out of reach of children. Following these instructions helps ensure the medicine works safely and effectively.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹197.25 |
| You Save | ₹49.31 (20% on MRP) |
| Contains | Bempedoic Acid(180.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Hypercholesterolaemia and mixed dyslipidaemia |
| Side effects | Muscle pain, weakness, elevated uric acid |
| Therapy | HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to bempedoic acid or any other ingredients in Brillo tablet.
- If you are pregnant.
- If you are breastfeeding.
- If you are taking more than 40 mg of simvastatin daily.
Side effects
- Anaemia
- Gout
- Pain in extremity
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are taking statins, as Brillo tablet can increase the risk of muscle problems like myopathy or, in rare cases, severe muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis). Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness immediately....
- You have a history of gout or high uric acid, as Brillo tablet may raise uric acid levels and trigger gout attacks.
- You have liver problems, as Brillo tablet may increase liver enzymes. Regular liver function tests may be needed, and treatment may be stopped if elevations persist.
- You have severe kidney problems, as there is limited experience with Brillo tablet in patients with severe renal impairment or on dialysis.
- You have severe liver disease, as patients with severe hepatic impairment have not been studied, and periodic monitoring may be needed.
- You are a woman of childbearing potential, as effective contraception is recommended while using Brillo tablet. Notify your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or become pregnant during treatment.
Directions for Use
- Brillo tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
- It should be taken with or after a meal to reduce its side effects.
- It is best to take it at a fixed time for optimal results, and you should not consume it more than prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store Brillo tablet in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips
- Take Brillo tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Try to take it at the same time every day to maintain consistent blood levels.
- Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it.
- Continue following a healthy diet low in cholesterol and saturated fats.
- Inform your doctor about any unexplained muscle pain, weakness, or tenderness.
- Have periodic blood tests as advised to monitor liver function, uric acid, and cholesterol levels.
- Avoid exceeding the prescribed dose.
- Store the tablets in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
- Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if you feel well.
- Report any side effects, such as joint pain, nausea, or signs of gout, to your physician promptly.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Bempedoic acid typically does not interact with most medications; however, its glucuronide form is a substrate for OAT3, which can affect certain drugs.
- Probenecid can slightly increase bempedoic acid levels, but the change is not clinically important and does not require dose adjustment.
- Taking bempedoic acid with statins such as simvastatin, atorvastatin, pravastatin, or rosuvastatin can increase statin levels, particularly simvastatin, which may increase the risk of muscle-related side effects....
- Bempedoic acid can weakly inhibit the liver transporters OATP1B1 and OATP1B3, which may increase plasma concentrations of drugs processed by these transporters, including certain statins and antiviral medications....
- Bempedoic acid may raise uric acid and creatinine levels by blocking OAT2 and weakly inhibiting OAT3, which can affect drugs that use these transporters.
- Bempedoic acid can slightly increase levels of ezetimibe and its glucuronide, but the change is not clinically significant and does not require dose adjustment.
- Bempedoic acid does not significantly affect metformin or hormonal contraceptives containing norethindrone/ethinyl estradiol.
Interactions with food items
- There are no known food interactions with Brillo tablet.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Maintaining a consistent diet low in cholesterol and saturated fats will help the medicine work better.
- Avoid excessive alcohol, as it may affect liver health and overall cholesterol management.
- Continue following any dietary instructions provided by your physician while taking Brillo tablet.
Content Details
Ravindra Ghongade
B. Pharm
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Brillo tablet used for?
Q: What are the common side effects of Brillo tablet?
Q: How should I take Brillo tablet?
References
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO). Drugs: Approved Drugs / Vaccines / r-DNA / Blood Products [Internet]. Government of India; [cited 2025 Dec 30].
- Daiichi Sankyo UK Limited. Nilemdo 180 mg film‑coated tablets: Summary of Product Characteristics [Internet]. UK: Datapharm Ltd.; last updated 07 Jul 2025 [cited 2025 Dec 30].
Did you find this medicine information helpful?
Please rate your experience






















