High cholesterol|High triglycerides

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Trichek 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

Trichek 200mg Capsule is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This medicine helps by lowering triglycerides and '__'bad'__' cholesterol (LDL) while at the same time raising the levels of '__'good'__' cholesterol (HDL). Lowering cholesterol levels reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.Trichek 200mg Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You can take it at any time of day with food but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill but if you stop taking this medicine your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly.This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet regular exercise smoking cessation moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.Common side effects of this medicine include nausea abdominal pain diarrhea and vomiting. Before taking this medicine it is better to let your doctor know about all the other medicines that are prescribed to you. This medicine should be taken with caution if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting the doctor.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Trichek 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Trichek 200mg Capsule. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Trichek 200mg 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 <p> Trichek 200mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Trichek 200mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CAUTION <p> Trichek 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Trichek 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Trichek 200mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : UNSAFE <p> Trichek 200mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.Use of Trichek 200mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Trichek 200mg Capsule take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Fibric acid derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC|Action Class :: PPAR alpha agonists (Fibrate)

High cholesterol|High triglycerides

Abdominal pain | Diarrhea | Nausea | Headache | Flatulence | Vomiting | Increased liver enzymes | Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood | Back pain | Inflammation of the nose

UNSAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SAFE

CAUTION

UNSAFE

Q. When should Trichek 200mg Capsule be taken?::: Usually Trichek 200mg Capsule is taken once daily with a meal. The initial dose of the medicine will depend on the type and age of the patient. Consult your doctor before you start taking the medication and follow the instructions as provided.| Q. Does Trichek 200mg Capsule raise blood pressure?::: There is no or negligible effect on blood pressure in patients with normal blood pressure levels. However Trichek 200mg Capsule may lead to a decrease in blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.| Q. Can Trichek 200mg Capsule cause kidney problems?::: Trichek 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disorders. Serum creatinine levels may increase with long-term usage of Trichek 200mg Capsule but is completely reversible. The evidence of kidney damage with this medicine is rare still the kidney function blood test should be done regularly if there is a possibility of kidney damage. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Inform the doctor if you have had any disease and all the medicines that you are taking for a better diagnosis and treatment. | Q. Can I take grapefruit juice with Trichek 200mg Capsule?::: Yes you can take Trichek 200mg Capsule with grapefruit juice. The possibility of interaction of the medicine with grapefruit is unlikely as they are broken down in our body by different enzymes. However if in doubt then limit the intake of grapefruit juice while taking Trichek 200mg Capsule.| Q. What drugs should not be taken with Trichek 200mg Capsule?::: There are few drugs like Oral Anticoagulants or blood thinners ciclosporin cholesterol-lowering medications like statins and contraceptives are contraindicated while you take Trichek 200mg Capsule. Along with that there are certain medicines which should not be taken with Trichek 200mg Capsule and therefore you must give a proper history to your doctor regarding your ongoing medication. This is done to analyze the condition and provide a proper therapy and prescription which will help minimizing the side effects of the medication.