Select Pincode

Don’t have a prescription?

Get Started

Order Medicines Healthcare Products Diagnostic Tests

Offers

Cart

Home Lipicure 80mg Tablet

Lipicure 80mg Tablet

By INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

6 Tablet(s) in Strip

₹282.75*

MRP ₹377.00

25% OFF

Inclusive of all taxes

10 Brand Options Available

Save Upto 8% more

Certified by Doctors

30 days return policyRead More

All the Products are packed and stored Safely

Check more medicines with composition
Atorvastatin(80.0 Mg)

Therapeutic classification
Hypolipidemic Drugs

Medical Description

Lipicure 80mg Tab is a hypolipidemic medicine, which belongs to the statin family of medicines and is used to decrease the levels of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) in the body. The generic name of the medicine is atorvastatin.

read less

Uses of Lipicure 80mg Tab

The uses of Lipicure 80mg Tab are for the treatment and control of excessive levels of cholesterol, triglycerides and low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) in the body. Other uses include the management and prevention of stroke in individuals with cardiovascular diseases.

read less

Contraindications of Lipicure 80mg Tab

Liver disease or abnormal liver tests
Severe kidney diseases
Allergic to this medicine or other medicines of the statin group
If on the treatment for hepatitis with medicines like glecaprevir/pibrentasvir

Side effects of Lipicure 80mg Tab

Common side effects of Lipicure 80mg Tab are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, pain in joints, muscles or back, abnormal blood test reports such as liver function and creatine kinase, throat pain and nose bleeding
read less
Rare side effects of this medicine are a lack of appetite, allergic reactions, nightmares, inability to sleep, dizziness, numbness or tingling in the fingers, rash and itching, and tiredness
Serious side of effects of medicine can cause abnormal muscle breakdown, which is characterized by severe muscle pain, soreness and, sometimes, fever. It also includes skin rashes with blistering on palms and feet, serious illness with peeling, swelling, blistering of the skin, mouth, eyes, genitals and fever
read less

Precautions and Warnings of Lipicure 80mg Tab

Pregnancy

Can I take the medicine during pregnancy?

This medicine should not be taken during pregnancy or when someone is planning to conceive. Women of child-bearing age, who are on the prescription of this medicine, should use effective contraceptive methods.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the medicine while breastfeeding?

Though it is not known whether this medicine passes into breastmilk, it is not advised to take this medicine during breastfeeding as it can cause potential harm to the infants.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the medicine?

Yes, one can drive after consuming this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the medicine?

Excessive intake of alcohol is not advised along with the consumption of this medicine due to an increased risk of liver damage.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You had taken fusidic acid in the last seven days as they together can cause serious muscle problems
You have liver kidney problems, muscle ache, family history of muscle problems, had muscle problems with other cholesterol-lowering agents in the past
You consume alcohol in large quantity

Mode of Action of Lipicure 80mg Tab

How Does It Work?

The composition of Lipicure 80mg Tab works by restraining the activity of an enzyme known as HMG-CoA reductase, which helps in the synthesis of cholesterol. Thus, it helps in lowering the levels of cholesterol and LDL. It also helps in the raising the levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL), which is considered good for the body.

read less

Directions for Use of Lipicure 80mg Tab

This medicine should be taken orally at a fixed time each day with a glass of water irrespective of food taken.

Interactions of Lipicure 80mg Tab

Interactions with other medicines

This medicine increases the risk of muscle breakdown when it is taken with other cholesterol-lowering medicines such as gemfibrozil, colestipol, ezetimibe, fusidic acid (or within seven days of stopping fusidic acid) A lowest necessary dose of this medicine should be given during the prescription of medicines such as amiodarone, diltiazem or verapamil The following medicines increase the concentration of this medicine in the blood: itraconazole, voriconazole, clarithromycin, cyclosporine, ketoconazole, erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, ritonavir, lopinavir, atazanavir, indinavir, darunavir and tipranavir/ritonavir This medicine should not be taken along with hepatitis C medicines such as glecaprevir/pibrentasvir

read less

Interactions with food items

Grapefruit juice should be taken in limited quantity or should be completely avoided during the administration of this medicine. A diet with low fat contents will be helpful in keeping the levels of cholesterol under control.

read less

Other general Interactions

This medicine should not be consumed in the conditions of pregnancy, breastfeeding, or any liver, kidney and muscle-related diseases.

Storage and disposal of Lipicure 80mg Tab

This medicine should be stored at ambient temperature between 20 and 25°C away from heat, moisture, light and reach of children. Unused and expired medicines need to be disposed via standard protocols instructed by the pharmacist.

read less

Dosage of Lipicure 80mg Tab

Overdose

Overdose of Lipicure 80mg Tab can lead to severe muscle breakdown and, thus, a doctor should be immediately consulted in that case.

Missed a Dose

In case of a missed dose, this medicine needs to be administered at the earliest or should be missed if the time of next dose is close. However, the extra dose should never be taken to compensate for the missed one.

read less

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What precautions should I take while consuming the medicine?

A: A healthy diet with less fat content along with moderate exercise should be followed during the prescribed period of this medicine. If you continue the same after the prescribed period of this medication, your cholesterol levels will be under check. In case you are suffering from any type of diseases or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you need to inform your doctor beforehand.

Q: How can I be regular in taking my medicine?

A: Try connecting your daily rituals such as brushing your teeth or taking breakfast with the consumption of medicine so that it will serve as a reminder for you to take the medicine.

References

View All

Other Products from this Brand

View All

Last Updated on: 31 Jul 2020 | 07:00 PM (IST)

Disclaimer

The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts. Please click here for detailed T&C.

Please add item(s) to proceed