Violip 10 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Violip Information

Violip is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Violip have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Violip depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Violip include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Violip have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Violip 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, Violip's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Violip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Violip can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Violip in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Violip contraindications section.

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

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

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

Violip Benefits & Uses

Violip is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Violip 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: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Violip Related Warnings

Is the use of Violip safe for pregnant women?

Violip can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Violip safe during breastfeeding?

Violip may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Violip on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Violip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Violip on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Violip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Violip only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Violip on the Heart?

Side effects of Violip rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Violip with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Cholestyramine

Colchicine

Niacin

Warfarin

Violip Contraindications

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

Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Violip

Is this Violip habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Violip has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Violip as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Violip only on doctor's advice.

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

Violip is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Violip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Violip

When consumed with certain foods, Violip may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Violip

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Violip as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Violip

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Violip in the morning?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Violip 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Violip work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Violip 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

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Violip?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Violip 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Violip along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Violip 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Violip cause hair loss?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Violip might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.