Lipikind 5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Lipikind Tablet is a medicine used to lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart diseases. It contains atorvastatin as its active ingredient, also known as statins. This medicine is used as an adjuvant to diet in patients with high cholesterol and abnormal levels of cholesterol.

This medicine decreases the synthesis of cholesterol in the body. You should take this medicine as advised by your doctor in the prescribed doses, at a fixed time to gain optimum benefits. You should avoid consuming high fat, fried or junk meals and also maintain a healthy and active lifestyle to gain optimum benefit along with Lipikind Tablet.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

It would be best if you took the doses at the appropriate time for the desired effect. If you missed any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Lipikind Tablet acts by inhibiting the action of an enzyme, HMG-CoA reductase. This enzyme essential for cholesterol formation. Thus Lipikind Tablet lowers the blood cholesterol levels. It also increases the good cholesterol known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.

Directions for Use

• It should be taken as directed by your doctor in the duration and doses it is prescribed
• Take this medicine as a whole with a sufficient amount of water with or without food.
• Take the medicine at the same time every day.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Lipikind Tablet during pregnancy?

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy, as there is limited information about its effect on pregnancy. Women of childbearing age should use proper contraceptive measures while taking this medicine. If you think you are pregnant or pregnancy is detected while taking this medicine inform your doctor immediately.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Lipikind Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is not known if this medicine passes into human milk. Thus, this medicine should not be taken during breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Lipikind Tablet?

Lipikind Tablet has negligible influence on the ability to drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Lipikind Tablet?

There is no known interaction of alcohol with Lipikind Tablet. However, alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage and side effects. Thus, always talk to your doctor if drink it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any underlying medical condition like diabetes, liver or kidney disease, thyroid problems, respiratory problems, muscle-related problems.
• You have a history of stroke with bleeding inside the brain.
• You have repeated muscle pains or a history of muscle-related problems
• You have recently or in the last 7 days, taken medicine for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury
• You are an alcoholic.
• You are elderly, above 70 years of age.
• You are already taking any other medicines for health conditions.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to atorvastatin or any other ingredients of this medicine.
• If you have liver disease and your liver tests are abnormal.
• If you are being treated with medicines for hepatitis C like glecaprevir or pibrentasvir.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Indigestion
• Constipation
• Muscle pain
• Joint pains

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Lipikind Tablet works or Lipikind Tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking other cholesterol-lowering medicines, anticoagulants like warfarin, blood pressure-lowering medicines, painkillers like phenazone, anti-infectives, anti-HIV medicines like ritonavir, medicines used to treat hepatitis C like telaprevir, antacids etc.

Interactions with food items

• Lipikind 5 mg can be taken with or without food. Avoid consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking Lipikind 10 mg.

Storage and disposal

• Store this medicine below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children.
• Discard any unused medicine properly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does Lipikind Tablet cause acidity?

Yes, sometimes Lipikind Tablet causes acidity or heartburn as a side effect. However, not everyone experiences the side effect. Talk to your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or get worsen.

What dietary restrictions should I follow while taking Lipikind Tablet?

Avoid fried and junk food Avoid carbonated drinks Avoid grapefruit juice with this medicine. Have the last meal of the day at least 3-4 hours before bedtime.

Can I stop taking Lipikind Tablet on my own?

No, you should not suddenly stop taking medicine without consulting your doctor.

Is Lipikind Tablet good for cholesterol?

Yes, Lipikind Tablet is used to lower the level of bad cholesterol (LDL) and improve levels of good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. This medicine lowers the overall raised cholesterol levels.

What if my daily schedule interferes with taking my medicine?

Try to take your medicine at the same time every day. Try connecting your medicine with something you do every day, such as brushing your teeth at night or having your dinner. This may help you remember to take it. Keep a daily calendar or set an alarm clock to go at the time you need to take your medicine.