Lipvas 40mg

Warning

Side effects

There may initially be some side effects when you start taking this tablet. These side effects, however, fade with time as the body gets used to them.

These side effects include:

• Nausea
• Dyspepsia
• Indigestion
• Nasopharyngitis
• Urinary tract infections
• Abdominal pain
• Joint pain
• Abnormal liver function tests

Interactions

There may be some side effects as this medication reacts with certain diseases/drugs. You should talk to your doctor if it concerns you too much.

Drug Interactions

If you take any of these medicines, you should consult your doctor before starting Lipvas 40.

• Hepatitis C medicines like Ribavirin
• HIV medicines like Abacavir
• Antibiotics like Tetracycline
• Heart rate-controlling pills like Amiodarone
• Antifungals like Micofungals

Disease Interactions

You should talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you suffer from the following:

• Liver diseases like Jaundice
• Lung disease
• Kidney disease
• Muscle weakness (Rhabdomyolysis)

Food Interactions

You should be wary of consuming the following foods along with Lipvas 40 mg:

• Alcohol
• Grapefruit and its juice

Precautions

You should take care to observe the following precautions when consuming this medication:

• Missed Dose: As said, you should take less than two doses of this medicine within 12 hours. If you remember your forgotten dose before it’s time for your next dose, you should take it; otherwise, skip it
• Overdose: You should talk to your doctor immediately in case of an overdose of this medication
• If it causes diarrhea, gas, or upset stomach, try not to take it on an empty stomach
• Let your doctor know if you get muscle pain, weakness, or fatigue
• You should avoid this medication if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant
• If you notice any signs of liver problems, such as dark urine, yellowing of eyes or skin, or stomach pain, you should talk to your doctor about it

Storage

You should store Lipvas 40mg in a cool place, at a temperature below 30°C.

Keep it away from kids and pets.