Lipirose-20 Tablet

Quick info

Lipirose 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin) used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Lipirose 20 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.

How it works

Lipirose 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required by the body to make cholesterol thereby lowering 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and raising 'good' cholesterol (HDL).

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lipirose 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Tips

• Take it with food if you experience diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach
• Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain
• Monitor your liver function regularly
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes

Side Effects

• Muscle pain
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Headache
• Stomach pain