Lowering high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. It also increases high-density lipoprotein ("good") cholesterol levels. It is used along with an appropriate diet. Lipidil Micro is a lipid-lowering agent. It works by increasing a certain substance that helps to remove triglycerides from the blood. This also helps the body to decrease the amount of other bad cholesterol in the blood.
Important safety information:
Lipidil Micro may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Lipidil Micro with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose, change your dose, or stop taking Lipidil Micro without checking with your doctor.
Follow the diet, exercise, and weight loss program given to you by your health care provider.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Lipidil Micro before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Muscle problems may occur with Lipidil Micro. The risk of muscle problems may be greater in elderly patients and in people who have kidney problems or low thyroid function. It may also be greater in those who take Lipidil Micro with certain other medicines (eg, colchicine; HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors [statins], such as simvastatin). Tell your doctor right away if you notice any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever or general body discomfort.
Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, blood cholesterol, and complete blood cell counts, may be performed while you use Lipidil Micro. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Lipidil Micro with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially muscle problems.
Lipidil Micro should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Lipidil Micro can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant or plan to become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Lipidil Micro while you are pregnant. It is not known if Lipidil Micro is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Lipidil Micro.
Lipidil Micro side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Back pain; constipation; headache; nausea; runny or stuffy nose.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); calf or leg pain, swelling, redness, or tenderness; chest pain; coughing up blood; dark urine; decreased urination; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; loss of appetite; muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (especially along with fever or unusual tiredness); pale stools; red, swollen, blistered or peeling skin; severe or persistent headache or dizziness; severe or persistent nausea or vomiting; shortness of breath; stomach pain; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Lipidil Micro be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Lipidil Micro?
Some medical conditions may interact with Lipidil Micro. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of diabetes, an underactive thyroid, heart problems, gallbladder problems (eg, gallstones), pancreatitis, kidney or liver problems, or muscle problems
if you have a history of blood clots in your veins (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism)
if you are very overweight, have an inactive lifestyle, have a poor diet, or you drink alcohol or have a history of alcohol abuse
if you have trouble swallowing
if you are taking a beta-blocker (eg, propranolol), estrogen, or thiazide diuretic (eg, hydrochlorothiazide)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Lipidil Micro. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Colchicine or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) (eg, simvastatin) because the risk of serious muscle problems may be increased
Immunosuppressants (eg, cyclosporine) or other medicines that may harm the kidney (eg, aminoglycoside antibiotics [eg, gentamicin], amphotericin B, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs [NSAIDs] [eg, ibuprofen], tacrolimus, vancomycin) because they may increase the risk of fenofibrate's side effects. Ask your doctor if you are unsure if any of your medicines might harm the kidney
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Lipidil Micro
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Lipidil Micro may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Lipidil Micro?
Use Lipidil Micro as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Some brands of Lipidil Micro should be taken with food. Some brands may be taken with or without food. Ask your pharmacist if you should take your brand of Lipidil Micro with food.
Swallow Lipidil Micro whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. Do not take chipped or broken tablets. If you cannot swallow Lipidil Micro whole, tell your doctor. You may need a different medicine.
Take Lipidil Micro with a full glass of water (8 oz [240 mL]).
If you also take a bile acid-binding resin (eg, cholestyramine), do not take it within 4 to 6 hours before or 1 hour after taking Lipidil Micro. Check with your doctor if you have any questions.
Take Lipidil Micro on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. Taking Lipidil Micro at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
Continue to take Lipidil Micro even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Lipidil Micro, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Lipidil Micro.
Can Lipidil Micro be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Lipidil Micro be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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