LIPOBAY 0.3MG TAB

Overview

LIPOBAY 0.3MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

LIPOBAY 0.3MG TAB is composed of: CERIVASTATIN (0.3 MG)

Cerivastatin is used in the treatment of high cholesterol. Cerivastatin is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Usage

CERIVASTATIN is generally used to treat: High Cholesterol

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for LIPOBAY 0.3MG TAB and its Constituents


Avoid excess dosage.

Common Side-Effects

CERIVASTATIN : Head Headache, Abdomen Pain, Constipation, Arms Joint Pain, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness

Rare Side-Effects

CERIVASTATIN : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

CERIVASTATIN can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Alcoholism, Myopathy, Neuralgia, Hypothyroidism

Technical Classification

CERIVASTATIN is categorized as: STATINS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for LIPOBAY 0.3MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

LIPOBAY 0.3MG TABINR 310 for 10 TABLETSCERIVASTATIN 0.3 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CERIVASTATINCERIVASTATIN