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Lolip is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Lolip have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Lolip depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Lolip include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Lolip side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lolip go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Lolip's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lolip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lolip is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Lolip have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Lolip have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lolip, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lolip 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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Is the use of Lolip safe for pregnant women?
Lolip 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 Lolip safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lolip for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lolip on the Kidneys?
Lolip may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lolip on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Lolip. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Lolip on the Heart?
Lolip is rarely harmful for the heart.
Lolip should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lolip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lolip habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lolip.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lolip will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lolip only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lolip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lolip
Taking Lolip with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lolip
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Lolip as it can have severe side effects.
Lolip comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Use Lolip as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Lolip can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Lolip 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, Lolip should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650