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Vasolip, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Vasolip also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vasolip. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Vasolip include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Vasolip have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Vasolip go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vasolip is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Vasolip related warnings talks about Vasolip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Vasolip is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vasolip are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Vasolip may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Vasolip, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Vasolip 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 Vasolip safe for pregnant women?
Vasolip 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 Vasolip safe during breastfeeding?
Vasolip has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vasolip on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Vasolip. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Vasolip on the Liver?
Vasolip can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Vasolip on the Heart?
Vasolip has very mild side effects on the heart.
Vasolip 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 Vasolip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vasolip habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Vasolip has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Vasolip will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vasolip is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vasolip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Vasolip
Some foods when eaten with Vasolip can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vasolip
Taking Vasolip with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Vasolip does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Vasolip might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Vasolip 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.
Vasolip 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
Yes, Vasolip 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.
Vasolip 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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