Modlip ASG 20 Capsule 10's

Modlip ASG 20 Capsule is a combination medication used for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. It also lowers raised bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein - LDL) and triglyceride (TG) levels. Heart attack refers to blocked blood flow to the heart due to blockage of arteries. The blockage is mostly a build-up of cholesterol, fat, and other substances that form a plaque in the arteries which feed the heart (coronary arteries). A stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the brain.

Modlip ASG 20 Capsule is a combination of three drugs, namely: Atorvastatin (lipid-lowering agent), Glycine (protein), and Aspirin (blood thinner). Atorvastatin belongs to the class of lipid-lowering medicines called statins, or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that work by inhibiting a chemical messenger called HMG-CoA reductase enzyme that produces cholesterol in the liver. Glycine belongs to the class of proteins (amino acids) required for the healthy development of muscles, tissues, and skeleton. Thus, it minimizes the side effects caused due to atorvastatin, like muscle pain and muscle weakness. Aspirin is a pain killer (analgesic) and blood thinner, preventing blood clots, thereby minimizing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Thus, Modlip ASG 20 Capsule is prescribed to the patients who have undergone recent heart bypass surgery to minimize the risk of future heart attack and stroke. 

Take Modlip ASG 20 Capsule with food to avoid stomach upset and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. Some people may experience indigestion, nausea, headache, diarrhea, constipation, back pain, muscle pain, or joint pain. Most of these side effects of Modlip ASG 20 Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Modlip ASG 20 Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid using Modlip ASG 20 Capsule if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman and consult a doctor before taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule . You are advised to take effective birth control measures while taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule to avoid pregnancy while taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule . Maintain a low-fat diet along with Modlip ASG 20 Capsule for effective results. Avoid taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule if you have severe liver disease, including abnormal liver enzyme tests. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of 2 hours between taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule and antacids containing magnesium or aluminum as taking these medicines simultaneously may reduce the absorption of Modlip ASG 20 Capsule . If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), muscle problems, severe respiratory failure, asthma, stomach ulcer, bleeding disorders, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule .

Modlip ASG 20 Capsule is a combination of three drugs, namely: Atorvastatin, Glycine, and Aspirin. Atorvastatin belongs to the class of lipid-lowering medicines that decrease the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Also, it reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the brain and heart. Glycine belongs to the class of dietary supplements called amino acids used to synthesize proteins in the body. Additionally, it is also necessary for the healthy development of muscles, tissues, and skeleton and minimizes atorvastatin's side effects such as muscle weakness. Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (pain killer) with an antiplatelet effect (blood thinner) that works by reducing the formation of blood clots by preventing platelets (blood cells) from sticking together. Additionally, it is also given to the patients who had recent heart bypass surgery to control the level of cholesterol and prevent blood clots.

• Indigestion
• Nausea
• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• upset stomach
• Heartburn
• Back pain
• Muscle pain
• Joint pain
• Confusion
• Rapid breathing
• Seizure (convulsions)
• Bloody or tarry stools

If you are allergic to Modlip ASG 20 Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid using Modlip ASG 20 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding women and consult a doctor before taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule . You are advised to take effective birth control measures while taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule to avoid pregnancy while taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule . If you are about to undergo any surgery, inform your doctor that you are taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule as it should be stopped a minimum of 2 weeks before surgery as Modlip ASG 20 Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding. Maintain a low-fat diet along with Modlip ASG 20 Capsule for effective results. Avoid taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule if you have severe liver disease, including abnormal liver enzyme tests. You are recommended to maintain a time gap of 2 hours between taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule and antacids containing magnesium or aluminum as taking these medicines at the same time may reduce the absorption of Modlip ASG 20 Capsule . You are advised to be careful while using sharp objects, cutting nails, shaving, or engaging in contact sports such as wrestling or football as Modlip ASG 20 Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding. If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), muscle problems, severe respiratory failure, asthma, stomach ulcer, bleeding disorders, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule .

Drug-Drug Interaction: Modlip ASG 20 Capsule may have interaction with other medicines used to lower bad cholesterol (gemfibrozil, fenofibrate, ezetimibe), immunosuppressants (ciclosporin, tacrolimus), blood thinners (clopidogrel, warfarin, heparin, phenindione), antibiotics (clarithromycin, telithromycin, erythromycin, fusidic acid, rifampicin), anticancer drug (methotrexate) and antiviral drugs (ritonavir, lopinavir, atazanavir, darunavir, indinavir), water tablets (furosemide), heart-related medicines (digoxin, amiodarone, verapamil), antimanic drug (lithium), anticonvulsants (valproate, phenytoin), pain killer (ibuprofen), antidiabetic drug (glibenclamide), gout medicine (probenecid), medicines used to treat glaucoma (acetazolamide).

Drug-Food Interaction: Modlip ASG 20 Capsule may interact with grapefruit juice. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid consumption of grapefruit juice with Modlip ASG 20 Capsule as this combination may increase the risk of liver damage and a serious condition known as rhabdomyolysis (muscle tissue break down). Also, avoid foods rich in high cholesterol or fats as it may reduce the effectiveness of Modlip ASG 20 Capsule .  Avoid alcohol consumption with Modlip ASG 20 Capsule as it may increase the risk of liver problems or stomach bleeding.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland), muscle problems, severe respiratory failure, asthma, high blood pressure, gout, stomach ulcer, bleeding disorders, kidney or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule .

• GEMFIBROZIL
• FENOFIBRATE
• EZETIMIBE
• CICLOSPORIN
• TACROLIMUS
• CLOPIDOGREL
• WARFARIN
• HEPARIN
• PHENINDIONE
• CLARITHROMYCIN
• TELITHROMYCIN
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• FUSIDIC ACID
• RIFAMPICIN
• METHOTREXATE
• RITONAVIR
• LOPINAVIR
• ATAZANAVIR
• DARUNAVIR
• INDINAVIR
• FUROSEMIDE
• DIGOXIN
• AMIODARONE
• VERAPAMIL
• LITHIUM
• VALPROATE
• PHENYTOIN
• IBUPROFEN
• GLIBENCLAMIDE
• PROBENECID
• ACETAZOLAMIDE

• Maintain a low-fat diet. Limit your intake of dairy products made with whole milk and red meat. Prefer skim milk and fat-free or low-fat dairy products.
• Eat a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, fish, poultry, whole grains, nuts and cut down beverages, processed and sugary foods.
• Do regular exercises such as swimming, cycling, walking, or dancing and focus on losing weight as obesity also raises bad cholesterol and lowers good cholesterol.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

• Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule to monitor liver functioning and white blood cells count.
• Have a regular blood clotting test like D-Dimer and PT (prothrombin) test while taking Modlip ASG 20 Capsule to assess your bleeding time. 

Heart attack refers to blocked blood flow to the heart due to blockage of arteries. The blockage is most often a build-up of fat, cholesterol, and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries). Symptoms of a heart attack include discomfort in the chest or upper areas of the body, shortness of breath, or lightheadedness. A stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the brain. Symptoms of stroke include arm weakness and speech difficulty. Heart attack or stroke may occur due to high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, smoking, family history, or lack of physical activity.