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Rolip 10 MG Tablet

Manufactured by: Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Composition: Rosuvastatin
Prescription Required: Yes
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Description

Rolip 10 MG Tablet is used to reduce the level of bad cholesterol in the body. It is also used in the treatment of long-term complications such as heart disease or stroke. A proper diet and regular exercise should be maintained along with taking this medicine. Moreover, this medicine is used in reducing the amount of cholesterol in children and patients between 10 to 17 years of age suffering from hypercholesterolemia (a genetic disorder).

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Rolip 10 MG Tablet

  • Muscle painsevererare
  • Tendernesssevererare
  • Weaknesssevererare
  • Headache
  • Joint pain
  • Acid or sour stomach
  • Diarrhea
  • Excessive air or gas in stomach
  • Blood in urine
  • Redness of the skin especially on the face and neck
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Rolip 10 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 3 to 5 hours.

Duration of effect

This medicine is excreted largely through feces and the effect lasts for a duration of 57 to 76 hours.

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.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Rolip 10 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Rolip 10 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Novastat 10 MG Tablet
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Rosmi 10 MG Tablet
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Rosubest 10 MG Tablet
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Rosutor 10 MG Tablet
Ajanta Pharma Ltd.
Rozat Nf 10 MG Tablet
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Rolip 10 MG Tablet

  • Hyperlipidemia

    Rolip 10 MG Tablet is used to treat Hyperlipidemia, which is a condition characterized by high levels of lipids in the blood.

  • Type III Hyperlipoproteinemia

    Rolip 10 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Type III Hyperlipoproteinemia which is a genetic disorder characterized by the improper breakdown of lipids, causing accumulation of lipids in the body.

  • Hypertriglyceridemia

    Rolip 10 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Hypertriglyceridemia which is a type of fat found in the blood which increases the risk of heart diseases.

  • Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

    Rolip 10 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia which is a genetic disorder characterized by high cholesterol levels.

  • Prevention of cardiovascular diseases

    Rolip 10 MG Tablet is used to reduce the incidence of heart attacks by reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in the body.

  • Prevention of Stroke

    Rolip 10 MG Tablet is used to reduce the incidence of stroke by reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in the body.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Rolip 10 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    Avoid taking this medicine if you have a known history of allergy to it.

  • Liver damage

    Avoid taking this medicine if you are suffering from a liver disease or if there is any abnormality in the liver function tests.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Interactions

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

Disease interactions

  • Diabetes

    moderate
    Before taking this medicine, inform the doctor if you are suffering from diabetes. Regular blood glucose tests are to be made and appropriate diet should be maintained.

  • Rhabdomyolysis

    severe
    Any symptoms of muscle pain, tenderness or weakness should be reported to the doctor. Inform the doctor if you have any history of muscle disorder.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Rolip 10 MG Tablet with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

General warnings

  • Cognitive impairment

    - Rolip 10 MG Tablet can cause forgetfulness, memory loss and confusion. These side effects are reversible once the medicine is stopped.

  • Increases blood sugar levels

    - Rolip 10 MG Tablet may increase the blood glucose levels. Monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while you are on this medicine.

  • Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis

    - Rolip 10 MG Tablet may increase the risk of Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis which is a muscular disease. The risk of causing Myopathy is higher in the elderly population, and hence it should be used with caution.

  • Alcohol consumption

    - Rolip 10 MG Tablet should be used with caution in patients who consume large quantities of alcohol and/or have a history of chronic liver disease.

  • Children less than 6 years

    - The safety and efficacy of use in children younger than 6 years have not been studied.

Other details

  • Food timings: Information not available
  • Administration time: Information not available
  • Sleep inducing: Information not available

How it works

It increases the number of LDL receptors in the liver to enhance uptake and catabolism of LDL. It also inhibits hepatic synthesis of VLDL, which in turn reduces VLDL and LDL int he blood.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Statins
Schedule
Schedule H

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