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Lipicure D 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Lipicure D 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Lipicure D 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Lipicure D 20 Tablet are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Lipicure D 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lipicure D 20 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lipicure D 20 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lipicure D 20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lipicure D 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Lipicure D 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lipicure D 20 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Lipicure D 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lipicure D 20 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Lipicure D 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Lipicure D 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Lipicure D is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Lipicure D 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Lipicure D does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Lipicure D 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Lipicure D is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lipicure D 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Using Lipicure D does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lipicure D 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Lipicure D is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lipicure D 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lipicure D 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Lipicure D 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Lipicure D 20 Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Lipicure D 20 Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lipicure D 20 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lipicure D 20 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Lipicure D is a brand name of atorvastatin 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.
Use Lipicure D as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Lipicure D has been reported to cause diarrhea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Lipicure D should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Lipicure D is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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