Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Does Lipigoal cause gas?
Yes, flatulence (gas or wind) is one of the common side effects associated with the use of Lipigoal. If you have any such symptom while taking Lipigoal, consult your doctor.
Q. Is Lipigoal used for lowering cholesterol?
Lipigoal belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. Lipigoal is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when low-fat diet and lifestyle changes fail to lower the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Lipigoal can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.
Q. Does Lipigoal lower blood pressure?
Lipigoal is a lipid-lowering drug used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels and for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. However, studies show that Lipigoal has a small blood-pressure lowering effect.
Q. Does Lipigoal affect the liver?
Lipigoal is rarely associated with hepatobiliary (liver, bladder, bile ducts, or bile) disorders. Its use is also linked with abnormal results of liver function test. Hence, getting liver function tests at regular intervals is recommended.
Q. Does Lipigoal cause itching?
The use of Lipigoal can cause urticaria (itching) and skin rash. If you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.
Q. What is Lipigoal?
Lipigoal is a lipid-lowering drug which belongs to group of medicines called statins (lipid-lowering agents) or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. This class of drugs lowers the cholesterol levels effectively by blocking the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase. It lowers the cholesterol levels by blocking the formation of cholesterol.
Q. What should I know about high cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called âbadâ cholesterol. Bad cholesterol can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart diseases and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called âgoodâ cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. Triglycerides also are harmful fats found in your blood.
Q. Can the use of Lipigoal cause diabetes?
No, diabetes has not been reported as a side effect of Lipigoal. However, it may increase your blood sugar levels. So, it is very important that you monitor your blood sugar levels regularly if you are taking Lipigoal. Let your doctor know if you have diabetes mellitus and have been advised to take Lipigoal. This is necessary because your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar levels continuously.
Q. Can Lipigoal lower the level of triglycerides?
Yes, Lipigoal belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. Lipigoal is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when low-fat diet and lifestyle changes also fail to control cholesterol.
Q. Does Lipigoal cause weight loss?
No, Lipigoal has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while taking Lipigoal.
Q. Does Lipigoal cause erectile dysfunction?
Yes, Lipigoal can cause erectile dysfunction in very rare cases. Please consult your doctor if you experience erectile dysfunction while taking Lipigoal.
Q. Does Lipigoal cause diarrhea?
Yes, Diarrhea is a common side effect of Lipigoal. Please consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea after taking Lipigoal as the dose of your medicine may need to be changed.
Q. Does Lipigoal cause memory loss?
No, Lipigoal does not cause loss of memory. However, it is an uncommon side effect of Lipigoal, and may affect only 1 in 100 people. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of memory loss after taking Lipigoal.
Q. Does Lipigoal cause frequent urination?
No, Lipigoal has not been reported to cause frequent urination. Please consult your doctor if you experience increased urinary frequency after taking Lipigoal.
Q. Does Lipigoal cause high blood pressure?
No, Lipigoal has not been reported to cause high blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of high blood pressure while taking Lipigoal.
Q. Is Lipigoal safe to take?
Yes, Lipigoal is safe if used in prescribed doses for the prescribed duration advised by your doctor.Show moreShow less
