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Rolip 10 MG Tablet

Manufacturer
Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Composition
Rosuvastatin
Prescription
Required

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).

Uses of Rolip 10 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • 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, a condition characterized by elevated levels of triglycerides, a type of fat.

  • 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.

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 of administration of the dose.

Duration of effect

The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the 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.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in 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.
Coltro 10 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Consivas 10 MG Tablet
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Fortius 10 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Rostar 10 MG Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Rpvas 10 MG Tablet
Rpg Life Sciences Ltd.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Rolip 10 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to rosuvastatin.

  • Active liver disease

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with active liver diseases or any abnormality in the liver function tests due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an 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
    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of altered blood sugar levels. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • Rhabdomyolysis

    severe
    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with rhabdomyolysis due to the increased risk of renal failure and death. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.

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/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

  • Cognitive impairment

    - This medicine may cause forgetfulness, memory loss, confusion, etc. in some patients. These side effects are reversible and usually disappear once the medicine is discontinued.

  • Altered blood sugar levels

    - This medicine may cause an alteration in the blood sugar levels. This risk is especially higher in patients with diabetes mellitus. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels may be necessary based on the clinical condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.

  • Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis

    - This medicine may cause muscle breakdown and rhabdomyolysis in some patients, a condition which can be fatal. This may cause symptoms such as severe tiredness and weakness. This risk is especially higher in the elderly population and in patients with active muscle disorders. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • Alcohol consumption

    - This medicine may cause liver and kidney injuries in patients consuming alcohol very frequently and in large quantities. Hence, consumption of alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine.

  • Use in pediatrics

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

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine reduces the production of cholesterol from the liver. This ultimately helps in reducing the levels of cholesterol in the blood and the risk of complications related to high levels of cholesterol in the blood.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Statins
Schedule
Schedule H

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