LIPIGET 20MG (BOX/1x10Tab)

$3.80 $4.75
Box

Indication:

Lipiget containing atorvastatin works by inhibiting HMG-CoA. This blocks the enzymes required for the synthesis of cholesterol in the liver. The drugs that lower HMG-coA levels in the body are called statins.

Lipiget dosage:

Lipiget is a prescription drug and the exact dosage varies as per your lipid levels and the severity of the cardiovascular disease

The usual Lipiget dosage is;

  • 10 mg or 20mg once a day as a  starting dose. The dose is increased periodically if required.

For sudden reduction of cholesterol, Lipiget dosage is;

  • 40mg once daily

Side effects:

Some of the common side effects reported with the use of Lipiget for an extended period of time include;

  • Constipation or diarrhea
  • Dyspepsia or indigestion
  • Flatulence or bloating
  • Dizziness and fatigue
  • Skin issues like rash and itching
  • Sleeping disturbances like Insomnia
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Severe Myalgia 

Consult a cardiologist for a prescription for a Lipiget tablet.