Lipvas 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Lipvas 40 MG Description
Lipvas 40 tablet is a lipid-lowering medicine containing Atorvastatin as its active component. It is also known as 'Statins' or 'HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors'. Atorvastatin in Lipvas Tablet decreases the synthesis of cholesterol in the body by inhibiting the enzymes responsible for cholesterol formation. You should take this medicine preferably before going to bed to gain optimum benefits. You should avoid consuming high-fat, fried and junk meals and also maintain a healthy and active lifestyle to gain optimum benefits along with Lipvas Tablet. Atorva 40mg tablet, Tonact 40mg tablet, Storvas 40mg tablet and Lipvas 40mg tablet are some other medicines with atorvastatin as their active medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹183.74 |
You Save | ₹32.42 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Atorvastatin(40.0 Mg) |
Uses | Lipid-lowering |
Side effects | Headache, hyperglycaemia, constipation, nausea |
Therapy | HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
Uses of Lipvas 40 MG
Contraindications of Lipvas 40 MG
- If you are allergic to Atorvastatin or any other components of Lipvas Tablet.
- If you have or ever had any liver disease, any abnormality in the liver function test.
- If you are being treated with medicines for hepatitis C like glecaprevir/pibrentasvir.
- If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Side effects of Lipvas 40 MG
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Body pain (joint, back, throat, muscle)
- Swelling of nasal passages and bleeding from the nose
- An abnormal liver function test and increased creatinine level
Precautions and Warnings of Lipvas 40 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver or kidney diseases.
- You experienced any muscle problems after taking other lipid-lowering medicines.
- You are taking medicines for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury.
- You have respiratory failure.
- You are addicted to alcohol.
- You have any thyroid problems.
- You have an inability to digest lactose (lactose intolerance).
Directions for Use of Lipvas 40 MG
Storage and disposal of Lipvas 40 MG
- Store it at a temperature below 30°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
- Check its expiry date before starting the treatment.
Dosage of Lipvas 40 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of Lipvas 40 MG
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Interactions of Lipvas 40 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- HIV medications such as ritonavir with Lipvas Tablet can result in severe side effects.
- Erythromycin (antibiotic) taken with Lipvas Tablet can result in increased side effects.
- It should be ensured that fusidic acid is taken in a proper gap with this medicine, a minimum gap of seven days is advised.
- Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does Lipvas Tablet cause diabetes?
Q: Are there any home remedies that can speed up the treatment process?
- Avoid fried and junk food.
- Avoid carbonated drinks.
- Exercise daily.
- Have your last meal of the day at least 3-4 hours before bedtime.
Q: Is Lipvas Tablet a blood thinner?
Q: Is Lipvas Tablet good for cholesterol?
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