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About Lipikind-F Tablet
Lipikind-F Tablet is a combination of drugs composed of Atorvastatin & Fenofibrate both of which lower the levels of cholesterol and bad lipids( triglyceride ) in blood, primarily used for prevention of heart diseases & blood vessel blockage. Atorvastatin belongs to a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins, substance that blocks an enzyme needed by the body to make cholesterol and lowers the amount of cholesterol) whereas fenofibrate belongs to a group of medication called ‘fibric acid derivatives‘ or ‘fibrates‘. Atorvastatin and fenofibrate are used in such circumstances in which level of fats in blood are not controlled by single drug alone. Hyperlipidemia or hypertriglyceridemia is a condition in which there is a high level of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) or bad cholesterol and a decreased level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol. Increased level of bad cholesterol leads to a high risk of heart attack and stroke in future, especially in patients with heart disease.
Lipikind-F Tablet is composed of two medicines, namely: Atorvastatin and Fenofibrate. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication which blocks the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase required to make cholesterol in the body. As a result, it lowers the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoproteins or LDL), triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (high-density lipoproteins or HDL). Fenofibrate is another lipid lowering agent which works by increasing the natural substance (lipoprotein lipase) that breaks down fats in the bloodstream thereby increasing its utilization and removal. As a result, it decreases the harmful cholesterol like LDL (bad cholesterol), triglycerides (TG) and increases levels of HDL (good cholesterol).
You can take Lipikind-F Tablet with food or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience allergic reactions, hyperglycemia (excess of glucose in the bloodstream), headache, blurred vision , stomach pain, constipation, headaches, joint swelling (edema),joint pain, muscle pain, back pain, slow heart rate and nausea. Most of these side effects of Lipikind-F Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
If you are allergic to Lipikind-F Tablet or any component present in it namely atorvastatin or fenofibrate, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have hypothyroidism, drink more than 2 servings of alcohol per day and have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia) it is advised to inform your doctor before using Lipikind-F Tablet Lipikind-F Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you experience yellowing of the skin (Jaundice), allergic reaction, cramps or muscle weakness then immediately contact your doctor.
Uses of Lipikind-F Tablet
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke.
- Coronary artery disease (plaque (cholesterol ) buildup in the wall of the arteries that supply blood to the heart).
- Hypercholesterolemia (presence of high levels of cholesterol in the blood).
Medicinal Benefits
Lipikind-F Tablet taken with dietary measures helps in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of life-threatening conditions to heart especially for heart patients when initial dietary measures fail to lower cholesterol. It helps in lowering the bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases the level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the state of dyslipidemia or hyperlipidemia. Lipikind-F Tablet also lower the amount of fat or cholesterol deposition (plaque) in the arteries of the heart thereby reducing the chance of having heart attack or stroke in future.
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Side Effects of Lipikind-F Tablet
Like all medicines, Lipikind-F Tablet can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You may experience side effects like
Muscle pain, muscle weakness, joint pain, back pain.
Stuffy/runny nose, nose bleeds, headache, blurred vision.
Increased liver enzymes.
Allergic reactions.
hyperglycaemia (excess of glucose in the bloodstream).
Constipation, nausea, diarrhea.
Most of these side effects of Lipikind-F Tablet 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
A patient should consult a doctor before taking Lipikind-F Tablet if a patient has had a previous stroke with bleeding into the brain or have small pockets of fluid in the brain from previous strokes, has kidney problems. has under-active thyroid gland (hypothyroidism), has repeated or unexplained muscle aches or pains, has a personal history or family history of muscle problems, has previous muscular problems during treatment with other lipid-lowering medicines (e.g. other ‘-statin’ or ‘-fibrate’ medicines), drinks a large amount of alcohol, has a history of liver disease, is older than 70 years, has diabetes, especially Type 2 diabetes, that is not well controlled or has problems with certain proteins in your blood.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug interaction: Lipikind-F Tablet interacts with oral anticoagulants (coumarin, warfarin), anti gout medicines (colchicine),antibiotics (like cephalexin, tetracycline, gentamicin), antifungals (like miconazole, fluconazole, and ketoconazole), HIV medicines (like abacavir, retrovir, and tenofovir), hepatitis C medicines (like ribavirin, elbasvir), contraceptive pills, anti-arthritis pills (cyclosporin) and other fibrates (clofibrate, gemfibrozil, ezetimibe).
Drug-Food interaction: Avoid Lipikind-F Tablet with food items containing grape juice as well as fatty products.
Drug-Disease interaction: Lipikind-F Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease (jaundice), kidney disease, lung disease, gall bladder stone, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), and muscle problems (myasthenia gravis, rhabdomyolysis).
Safety Advice
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ALCOHOL
Avoid drinking alcohol with Lipikind-F Tablet . It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.
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PREGNANCY
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Strictly prohibited as the drug is contraindicated in pregnant women since the safety in pregnant women has not been established .If the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, therapy should be discontinued and the patient should be apprised of the potential harm to the fetus.
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BREAST FEEDING
As limited data is available on use of Lipikind-F Tablet in breastfeeding mothers. It is strongly advise to consult a doctor before taking this drug.
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DRIVING
Absolutely safe to use while driving as no effect on motor coordination & state of mind has been reported. However,do not drive if this medicine affects your ability to drive.
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LIVER
Caution is to be taken as Lipikind-F Tablet and liver interactions have been reported and should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease, consult a doctor before taking this drug is mandatory.
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KIDNEY
No serious interaction between Lipikind-F Tablet and kidney has been reported. A patient is advised to consult a doctor as fenofibrate can affect kidney functioning.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight and stopping smoking.
- It is best to limit or avoid alcoholic drinks while you are taking this medicine.
- Using this medicine with alcohol can lead to additive side effects such as increased drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are drinking alcohol-containing beverages.
- If you notice slurred speech, confusion, severe weakness or difficulty breathing, contact your health care provider immediately.
- Try aromatherapy, yoga, meditation to help relax your body and mind.
- Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.
- Eat a healthy diet especially rich in soluble fibers like beans, legumes, whole grain, flax, apples and citrus fruits.
- Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in a short span of time. Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.
- Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains and fish, and lower the consumption of i red meat.
- Try to give priority to more fruits and veggies in your daily meal as these contain antioxidants which help to lower LDL.
Special Advise
- The course of drug should be followed strictly as per doctors recommendation.
- Do not stop taking medication if a patient feels better after a few days.
- Always try to eat healthy & adopt a lifestyle that is proactive.
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