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Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

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Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules Description

Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules contains rosuvastatin, which belongs to a class of medicines called statins. These are used along with lifestyle modifications such as cholesterol-lowering diet an

d physical activity.

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Contains	Rosuvastatin(10.0 Mg) + Aspirin / Acetyl Salicylic Acid(150.0 Mg)
Therapy	ANTI-PLATELET AND HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

It is used in the treatment of high cholesterol levels
It is also known to prevent cardiovascular events like stroke and reduce the risk of heart attack

Contraindications of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine
If you have severe liver or kidney disease
If you have unexplained muscle pain
If you are taking medicines like ciclosporin
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
If you are an alcoholic

Side effects of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

Headache
Dizziness
Constipation
Feeling sick
Stomach pain
Muscle pain
Feeling weak
Itching
Rash
Hives

Precautions and Warnings of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

Pregnancy

Can I take Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules during pregnancy?

Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or if you are planning pregnancy. Taking this medicine in pregnancy can be harmful to the foetus. Women of childbearing age should use effective contracep...
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Breast Feeding

Can I take Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules while breastfeeding?

A small amount of this medicine passes into breast milk
Limited data is available on safety about Rosuvastatin during breastfeeding
It is unsafe to consume this medicine if you are planning to breastfeed the baby

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules?

This medicine does not influence your ability to drive, however, as this medicine is known to cause dizziness, hence caution is advised while driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules?

Caution is advised if you are consuming excess of alcohol as it may result in liver damage.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have kidney or liver problems
You notice blood in urine along with muscle pain, fever. This could be serious side effect of abnormal muscle breakdown
It can cause jaundice and elevated liver enzymes. Liver function tests have to be monitored
You have muscle aches or pains or family history of muscle problems
You regularly drink excess amount of alcohol
You have thyroid problem
You are taking medicines to lower cholesterol like gemfibrozil, fenofibrate
You are taking medicines for HIV infection like ritonavir with lopinavir
You are above 70 years old
You are diabetic
You have lactose intolerance
You have lung diseases

Mode of Action of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

How Does It Work?

Cholesterol is made by an enzyme HMG-CoA reductase. Rosuvastatin inhibits this enzyme, thus lowering cholesterol and bad cholesterol (LDL levels). It increases the good cholesterol also known as high-...

Directions for Use of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules is to be taken orally with or without food or as directed by your physician
Swallow the whole tablet. Do not chew or crush the tablet

Interactions of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

Interactions with other medicines

You are taking or have taken this medicine in the last seven days known as fusidic acid (a medicine for bacterial infection). Fusidic acid and rosuvastatin should not be taken together as they lead to...
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Medicines used for thinning the blood like warfarin or clopidogrel
Medicines used to prevent rejection after organ transplants like ciclosporin
Increased risk of muscle damage by medicines like ezetimibe, gemfibrozil, fenofibrate which are used to lower cholesterol
Medicines used to treat acidity in your stomach like antacids should not be taken atleast within 2 hours of taking this medicine
Oral contraceptive pills
Medicines used to treat cancer like regorafenib
Hormone replacement therapy
Medicines used to treat viral infections, HIV or hepatitis C like ritonavir, lopinavir, atazanavir, ombitasvir, paritaprevir, dasabuvir, velpatasvir, grazoprevir, elbasvir, glecaprevir, pibrentasvir

Interactions with food items

This medicine can be taken with or without food Limit intake of grapefruit juice to minimal quantities

Storage and disposal of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

Store in original package to protect from sunlight and moisture
Keep the medicines below 30°C

Dosage of Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. Although, no particular side effects of overdose of rosuvastatin are known, one mu...
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Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose...
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How soon will Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules work?

A: You may see results for lowering LDL cholesterol in 2–4 weeks after starting Lipigo A 150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules. Results may vary in individuals. On follow-up visits, your doctor may choose to adjust your dosage to help you reach your cholesterol goal.

Q: Do I need to follow any dietary restrictions while taking this medicine?

A: Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking this medicine and reduce your alcohol intake. Consult your doctor for more details.

Q: What if my daily schedule interferes with taking the medicine?

You should take medicine at the same time everyday
Try connecting your medicine with something you do every day such as eating dinner or brushing your teeth at night
This may help you remember to take it
Keep a daily calendar or set an alarm clock to go off at the time you need to take your medicine
You can use a pillbox with the days of the week on it

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25/02/2025

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