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Bakolip is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Bakolip has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bakolip. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Bakolip can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bakolip go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Bakolip's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bakolip related warnings talks about Bakolip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bakolip is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Bakolip have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Bakolip have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Bakolip, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bakolip is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bakolip is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Bakolip safe for pregnant women?
Bakolip should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Bakolip safe during breastfeeding?
Bakolip has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bakolip on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Bakolip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Bakolip on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Bakolip. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Bakolip on the Heart?
Bakolip may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Bakolip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bakolip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bakolip habit forming or addictive?
Bakolip is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Bakolip since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bakolip is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bakolip is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bakolip
Bakolip may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bakolip
Consuming Bakolip with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Bakolip is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Bakolip comes in the form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Yes, Bakolip can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
Bakolip works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
Bakolip is a brand name of rosuvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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