Lycopene
Description
Lycopene is an antioxidant. It improves your heart health and also lowers the risk of certain types of cancer. It shows its effectiveness by protecting your body against harmful substances called free radicals.
Lycopene has some side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, etc. These side effects are rare and mild. They may subside by themselves, however consult your doctor if they persist or worsen.
Lycopene should be taken according to your doctor's instruction. It is available in combination with other medicines. You should not take more than the prescribed quantity. In case of undesired effects due to overdose, consult your doctor immediately.
Lycopene is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any medical condition before taking this medication. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Lycopene
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Uses of Lycopene
What is it prescribed for?
- Nutritional Supplementation
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe time taken for Lycopene to show its effect is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe time duration for which Lycopene remains active in your body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Lycopene.
- Usage in pregnancy?Lycopene is not recommended for use in pregnancy as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
- Usage while breast-feeding?Lycopene is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid taking Lycopene if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Lycopene is not recommended for use in pregnancy as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Lycopene is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as there is no sufficient safety data available. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Surgery
Lycopene may increase the risk of bleeding during and after surgery. Hence, your doctor may suggest you to stop taking lycopene supplements at least 2 weeks before a surgery.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Lycopene as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Lycopene. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Warfarin
Aspirin
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Lycopene as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose.
Take this medicine for the recommended duration. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Lycopene works by protecting the cells against harmful substances called free radicals in your body.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Carotenoids, Antioxidants, Nutritional supplements
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 18 Oct 2021
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