Bezalip 200mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Bezalip 200mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This medicine helps by lowering triglycerides and "bad" cholesterol (LDL), while at the same time raising the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL). Lowering cholesterol levels reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Bezalip 200mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You can take it at any time of day with food but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly.
This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting. Before taking this medicine, it is better to let your doctor know about all the other medicines that are prescribed to you. This medicine should be taken with caution if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting the doctor.
Uses of Bezalip Tablet
Benefits of Bezalip Tablet
In High cholesterol
High cholesterol occurs when there is an excess of cholesterol in the blood, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Bezalip 200mg Tablet helps lower harmful cholesterol levels and promotes a healthier balance of blood fats, reducing the strain on the heart and blood vessels.
In High triglycerides
High triglycerides are high levels of a type of fat in the blood that can contribute to heart disease and pancreatitis. Bezalip 200mg Tablet reduces triglyceride levels, supporting better heart health and lowering the risk of related complications.
Side effects of Bezalip Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Bezalip
- Increased liver enzymes
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
How to use Bezalip Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bezalip 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Bezalip Tablet works
Bezalip 200mg Tablet is a lipid lowering medication. It works by lowering the levels of triglycerides and "bad" cholesterol (LDL), while raising the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bezalip 200mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bezalip 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bezalip 200mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Bezalip 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Bezalip 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bezalip 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Bezalip 200mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Bezalip 200mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Bezalip 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bezalip 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Bezalip 200mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Bezalip 200mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Bezalip Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Bezalip 200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It should be taken with food.
- Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin or dark urine.
- Inform your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness while taking Bezalip 200mg Tablet, particularly if it is accompanied by a fever.
- Do not discontinue Bezalip 200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.
- Bezalip 200mg Tablet is the medication of choice for lowering triglyceride levels in the blood. It can reduce triglycerides by up to 50%.
- It decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- Take it along with regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.
- It should be taken with food.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin or dark urine.
- Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.
- Do not discontinue Bezalip 200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.
- Inform your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness while taking Bezalip 200mg Tablet, particularly if it is accompanied by a fever.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenoxyacetic Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
PPAR Alpha Agonists (Fibrates)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Bezalip with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the d
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the d
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the d
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the d
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Bezalip 200mg Tablet a statin?
No. Bezalip 200mg Tablet is not a statin.
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