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Becalim belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs. The drug is indicated for the treatment of cases associated with hypercholesterolemia. Let's learn how to use and note when using Becalim in the article below.1. What is Becalim?
Becalim medicine contains Ciprofibrate 100mg and other excipients just enough for 1 tablet. The drug is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, packaged in a box of 3 blisters, each blister has 10 tablets.2. What disease does Becalim treat?
Becalim is indicated for treatment in the following cases:Treatment of hypercholesterolemia after applying a cholesterol-lowering diet without any effect. Treatment of hypertriglyceridemia. Treatment of mixed hypercholesterolemia type IIa, IIb, III, IV according to Fredrickson's classification. In addition, the drug Becalim is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients who are allergic to the active ingredient Ciprofibrate and other excipients contained in the composition of the drug. Women in pregnancy and lactation. Children under 12 years old. Patients with severe liver or kidney failure.
3. Dosage and how to use Becalim
The drug is made in the form of film-coated tablets, so patients take the drug orally. Patients should take the medicine at the same time each day to avoid forgetting to take the medicine. Food does not affect the absorption of the drug, so it can be taken before or after eating.Below is the dose of Becalim:
Adults and children over 12 years old: Use at a dose of 100mg / day. For patients with mild and moderate renal impairment: The dose is 100mg every 2 days. Note: The above dosage is for reference only. Depending on the medical condition and health of each patient, the doctor will prescribe the appropriate dose.
4. Side effects of Becalim
Doctors always consider between the benefits that Becalim brings to the patient and the possible risk of side effects to prescribe the appropriate medication.Some of the undesirable effects that may occur when taking the drug are reported including:
Common:
Headache, dizziness, skin rash, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal distension, dyspepsia. Uncommon:
Hair loss, dizziness, somnolence, fatigue, decreased libido. In case the patient has rare side effects that are not mentioned in the instruction sheet. Inform your doctor or medical officer immediately if you suspect any side effects of Becalim.
5. Becalim drug interactions
When taking the drug, there may be drug interactions between Becalim and drugs such as anticoagulants, antidiabetic drugs, oral contraceptives, other drugs to treat hypercholesterolemia. Therefore, caution should be exercised when combining these drugs during treatment with Becalim.To avoid interactions, before being prescribed Becalim, the patient should inform the doctor about the drugs they are using, including functional foods. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate Becalim.
6. Notes when using Becalim
Some notes when using Becalim drug are as follows:Be careful when using Becalim for patients with medical conditions of hypothyroidism. To be on the safe side, patients should have their thyroid function tests checked before starting treatment with this medicine. Pregnant women: When taking Becalim, there may be a risk of serious effects to the fetus such as miscarriage, birth defects,... Therefore, this medicine should not be used, unless absolutely necessary for the benefit. mother's treatment. Lactation: There have been no accurate reports on the effects of this drug on mothers and infants. However, to limit the potential risk to the nursing infant, the drug should not be used unless directed by a doctor. In case the patient has to take medicine for the course of treatment, breast-feeding can be stopped.
