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Acipicap 250mg Capsule

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Product introduction

Acipicap 250mg Capsule is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This medicine helps by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) while at the same time raising "good" cholesterol (HDL). Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may cause a heart attack or stroke.

"Acipicap 250mg Capsule is used to reduce high blood levels of certain types of fats called triglycerides"

Uses of Acipicap Capsule

Benefits of Acipicap Capsule

In High cholesterol

Acipicap 250mg Capsule effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Side effects of Acipicap Capsule

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 Acipicap

  • Headache
  • Stomach pain
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Indigestion
  • Weakness
  • Hives

How to use Acipicap Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Acipicap 250mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acipicap 250mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acipicap 250mg Capsule 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 Acipicap 250mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Acipicap 250mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Acipicap 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acipicap 250mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
use of Acipicap 250mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Acipicap 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acipicap 250mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Take it with or without food. 
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor lipid levels, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you notice muscle pain or muscle weakness while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Niacin derivative (Nicotinic acid analog)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Hypolipidemics-others

Patient concerns

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High diabetes High cholesterol
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
Send reports Need to take medicineAnd what medicine are you taking alreadyA person can control his or her sugar levels by regular exercise and walk or regular aerobic exercises at least 30 to 45 minutes per day.MEDICAL NUTRITIONAL THERAPY THAT IS TO MAINTAIN CALORIES INTAKE AS PER BMI .TAKE HELP OF DIABETIC EDUCATOR. VISIT YOU DOCTOR AND LOW ALL WHAT DOCTOR SUGGESTED.IN TIME ALL ROUTINE INVESTIGATIONS SHOULD BE DONE.you souls not treat it as disease but start of a healthy life.Uncontrolled sugar levels for long time leads to lower limb weakness which is neuropathy and which is followed by foot ulcers and other complications.online prescription is not allowed without seeing pt.so contact doctor nearby for any change or dose adjustment or visit my clinic at gurgaon sector 52 RdCity snergy multi speciality clinic near SRS MARKET
I HAVE HIGH cholesterol. Cholesterol have in blood.
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
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How does Acipicap 250mg Capsule work?

Acipicap 250mg Capsule treats lipid disorders by reducing high blood levels of fats called triglycerides.

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References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). Acipimox. [Accessed 14 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Zydus Cadila
Address: Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Acipicap 250mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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