Lipophage Information

Lipophage is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Obesity.

The optimal dosage of Lipophage is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Lipophage side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Lipophage normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Lipophage's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lipophage related warnings talks about Lipophage's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Lipophage contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Lipophage with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lipophage is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Lipophage Benefits & Uses
Lipophage Dosage & How to Take
Lipophage Side Effects
Lipophage Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lipophage with Other Drugs
Lipophage Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lipophage
Lipophage Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lipophage Benefits & Uses

Lipophage is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Obesity (Read More - 15 tried and tested tips to lose weight)

Lipophage Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Obesity Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Obesity Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Obesity Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lipophage Related Warnings

Is the use of Lipophage safe for pregnant women?

Lipophage shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lipophage safe during breastfeeding?

Lipophage may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Lipophage on the Kidneys?

Lipophage is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Lipophage on the Liver?

Side effects of Lipophage rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lipophage on the Heart?

Lipophage is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lipophage with Other Drugs

Lipophage should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Lamivudine

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Efavirenz

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Insulin Aspart

Warfarin

Lipophage Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lipophage unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
HIV/AIDS
Thyroid problems
Anorexia Nervosa
Liver Disease
Cholestatic Liver Diseases
Cholecystitis
Kidney Stone

Frequently asked Questions about Lipophage

Is this Lipophage habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lipophage has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lipophage since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lipophage should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Lipophage is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Lipophage Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lipophage

Taking Lipophage with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lipophage

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lipophage.

Unknown