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Lipascor

Lipascor

Manufacturer:

Luye Pharma

Distributor:

Steward Cross

Marketer:

AstraZeneca
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Xuezhikang® (standardized red yeast rice extr conc)
Indications/Uses
Individuals whose total serum lipid levels fall w/in moderate to high risk in the management of primary dyslipidaemia.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Contraindications
Pregnancy & lactation.
Special Precautions
Avoid use in patients consuming >2 drinks of alcohol daily; w/ serious infection; recently undergone organ transplant; serious disease or physical disorder or recently undergone major surgery. Advise patients to periodically test for SGPT & creatine kinase for long-term use. May cause mild GI upset that can be alleviated if taken after meals. Not recommended for individuals at risk for or having history of liver disease. Not recommended for individuals <20 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Mild GI upset.
Drug Interactions
Avoid co-administration w/ cyclosporin, fibric acid derivatives, niacin (nicotinic acid), erythromycin & azole antifungals. Not to be taken w/ grapefruit juice.
MIMS Class
Dyslipidaemic Agents
ATC Classification
C10AX - Other lipid modifying agents ; Used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Lipascor cap 600 mg
Packing/Price
6 × 10's
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