Lipicard 160 mg
Price range: $50.00 through $120.00
Lipicard 160 mg contains fenofibrate, a lipid-lowering medicine used to manage high triglycerides and cholesterol. It activates PPAR-alpha to regulate lipid metabolism.
| Pack Size | Price/Unit | Price | Quantity | |
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| 100 Tablets | $0.50/unit | $50.00 | ||
| 200 Tablets | $0.45/unit | $90.00 | ||
| 300 Tablets | $0.40/unit | $120.00 |
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Introduction to Lipicard 160 mg
Lipicard 160 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This medicine helps by lowering triglycerides and “bad” cholesterol (LDL), while at the same time raising the levels of “good” cholesterol (HDL). Lowering cholesterol levels reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Lipicard 160 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You can take it at any time of day with food but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly.
This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Lipicard 160 is manufactured by USV Private Ltd. USV Private Limited is an Indian multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company in Mumbai.
Uses of Lipicard 160mg
Lipicard 160mg is a medication that contains Fenofibrate, which is a type of statin. It is primarily used to help manage cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Some of its main uses include:
- Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
- Prevention of Cardiovascular Events
- Atherosclerosis
- Post-Heart Attack Treatment
- Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease in High-Risk Individuals
How Does Lipicard 160 mg Tablet Work?
Fenofibrate enhances lipolysis and elimination of triglyceride-rich particles from plasma by activating lipoprotein lipase and by reducing the production of apoprotein C-III (an inhibitor of lipoprotein lipase activity).
It also activates peroxisome proliferator activated receptor alpha receptor, which generates peroxisomes filled with hydrogen peroxide, reactive oxygen species and few hydroxyl radicals that also induces lipolysis and enhance lipid metabolism.
Side Effects of Lipicard 160 mg
Common Side Effects
- Muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Elevated liver enzymes
- Skin rash
Serious Side Effects
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Severe liver problems
- Myopathy
- Allergic reactions
- Cognitive issues
- Pancreatitis
Dosages of Lipicard 160
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Lipicard 160 mg Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Lipicard 160 mg Tablet.
Other Strengths and Variants
How To Manage Side Effects?
- Try taking this medicine with, or just after meal. Stick to simple meals. Do not eat rich or spicy food.
- Eat smaller and frequent meals. Eat and drink slowly, and exercise regularly. If the symptoms get worse, contact your doctor straight away.
- Drink lots of fluids, such as water or juice, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any medicines without speaking to a doctor.
- Try to rest and relax. You can eat and drink slowly or have smaller and frequent meals. Keeping a heat pad on your stomach may also help. If still pain persists, speak to your doctor.
Warning & Precautions
Talk to your doctor if
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You have an intolerance to certain sugars (lactose intolerance)
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You or someone in your family has muscle-related disorders
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You have a thyroid disorder
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You have liver or kidney disease
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You consume too much alcohol
Safety Advice
1. Alcohol
- Avoid drinking alcohol as it can raise liver enzymes and liver functions test (LFT), thereby damaging your liver.
2. Pregnancy
- Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s is a Category C risk medicine; talk with your doctor if you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s should be used only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk.
3. Breast Feeding
- Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s should not be used in nursing mothers unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s.
4. Driving
- Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s does not impact your ability to drive or operate machinery.
5. Liver
- Caution is advised. If you have/had liver problems, your doctor may need to monitor your liver function.
6. Kidney
- Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s should not be used in severe kidney problems, including in patients on dialysis. However, mild to moderate kidney patients can use Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s if prescribed by the doctor.
7. Children
- The use of Lipicard-160 Tablet 10’s is not recommended in children under the age of 18.
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| Pack Size | 100 Tablets, 200 Tablets, 300 Tablets |
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| Price/Unit | $0.40/unit, $0.45/unit, $0.50/unit |
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