Pileca 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Pileca 40 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Pileca 40 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Pileca 40 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pileca 40 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pileca 40 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pileca 40 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Pileca 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Pileca 40 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Pileca 40 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Pileca 40 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Pileca 40 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Pileca 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pileca 40 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Pileca 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pileca has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pileca without medical advice.
Is the use of Pileca 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Pileca has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Pileca 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pileca. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pileca 40 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Pileca. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Pileca only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Pileca 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Pileca has very mild side effects on the heart.
Pileca 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pileca 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pileca 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pileca 40 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pileca 40 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pileca 40 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pileca 40 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pileca 40 Tablet
Taking Pileca 40 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pileca 40 Tablet
Taking Pileca 40 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Pileca is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Pileca works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
Yes, Pileca can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
No, Pileca is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Pileca can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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