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Cerivastatin

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Cerivastatin

Cerivastatin is used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. It also helps to lower cholesterol by inhibiting and reducing the production of triglycerides and apolipoprotein B. It helps to increase (HDL) or good cholesterol levels in the blood. This helps to decrease the risk factors such as hardening of arteries that may eventually lead to a large number of heart diseases such as peripheral vascular disorders, including cardiac arrest.

Cerivastatin is contraindicated in pregnant or lactating women, patients with history of liver diseases, patients suffering from epilepsy, convulsions or seizures. This drug is also not recommended for patients with kidney diseases or any chronic muscular issue.

Cerivastatin has some serious side effects and may lead to severe health complications in case of an overdose. Some of the side effects are headaches, gastrointestinal disorders causing bloating, acidity, indigestion and stomach ache. It can cause allergic reactions such as rashes, hives, swelling of the lips or tongue, painful sores in the mouth, blurred vision, muscle and joint pains, decreased urge to urinate and change in the colour of urine.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Cerivastatin

    • Increased Cholesterol Levels In Blood

    • Increased Triglycerides Levels In Blood

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Cerivastatin ?

    • Musculoskeletal Bone

    • Muscle Or Joint Pain

    • Allergic Reaction

    • Headache

    • Nausea

    • Dyspepsia

    • Nasopharyngitis

    • Increased Liver Enzymes

    • Increased Creatine Phosphokinase (Cpk) Level In Blood

    • Diarrhoea

    • Flatulence

    • Constipation

    • Joint Swelling

    • Increased Glucose Level In Blood

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Cerivastatin

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Lipobay 0.3mg tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Lipobay 0.3mg tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Should be used cautiously in patients with an underlying kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Not advisable in patients with liver disease.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Cerivastatin, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Cerivastatin

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Cerivastatin as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    The active constituent of this medication behaves as a type of statin, which is used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood and prevent cardiovascular conditions. It inhibits the HMG-CoA-reductase, which in turn limits the biosynthesis of cholesterol levels in the blood.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Cerivastatin ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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