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Violip 10 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Violip 10 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Violip 10 Tablet 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 Violip 10 Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Violip 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Violip 10 Tablet 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 Violip 10 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Violip 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Violip 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Violip 10 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Violip 10 Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Some other conditions that can be affected by Violip 10 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Violip 10 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Violip 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Violip 10 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Violip 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Violip 10 Tablet 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.
Is the use of Violip 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Violip may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Violip 10 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Violip 10 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Violip 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Violip rarely affect the heart.
Violip 10 Tablet 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 Violip 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Violip 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Violip 10 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Violip 10 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Violip 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Violip 10 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Violip 10 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Violip 10 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Violip 10 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Violip 10 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
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.
Yes, Violip is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, use of Violip does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
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
No, Violip 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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References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
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