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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Dapcea-R Tablet is used to lower the levels of bad cholesterol called low-density lipoprotein (LDL), a type of fat in the blood. This reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. It contains Rosuvastatin and Bempedoic acid. Rosuvastatin works by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body, which is essential to making cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the liver's LDL (bad cholesterol) production. Bempedoic acid decreases cholesterol production in the liver and increases the removal of LDL cholesterol from the blood.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Biocon Biologics Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Dapcea-R Tablet

Dapcea-R Tablet is used to lower the levels of bad cholesterol called low-density lipoprotein (LDL), a type of fat in the blood. This reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. High cholesterol occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood.

Dapcea-R Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Rosuvastatin and Bempedoic acid. Rosuvastatin belongs to the class of statins or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that work by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Bempedoic acid decreases cholesterol production in the liver and increases the removal of LDL cholesterol from the blood. 

Take Dapcea-R Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Dapcea-R Tablet based on your medical condition. Dapcea-R Tablet may cause common side effects such as headache, stomach pain, dizziness, weakness, muscle pain or constipation. Most of these side effects of Dapcea-R Tablet 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 Rosuvastatin, Bempedoic acid or any other ingredients of Dapcea-R Tablet , please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Dapcea-R Tablet . Maintain a low-fat diet along with Dapcea-R Tablet for effective results.

Uses of Dapcea-R Tablet

Dapcea-R Tablet is used in the treatment of High cholesterol. The detailed uses of Dapcea-R Tablet are as follows:<br/>• Lower LDL cholesterol: Dapcea-R Tablet is used to lower LDL cholesterol more effectively than either drug alone.<br/>• Reduce the risk of cardiovascular events: Dapcea-R Tablet is used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events like heart attacks and strokes.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Dapcea-R Tablet can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.• It is usually taken once daily or as prescribed by your doctor.• Swallow Dapcea-R Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not break, crush, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Dapcea-R Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called cholesterol-lowering agents. It contains Rosuvastatin, Bempedoic acid, and Ezetimibe. Rosuvastatin works by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases 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. Bempedoic acid decreases cholesterol production in the liver and increases the removal of LDL cholesterol from the blood.

How Dapcea-R Tablet Works

Dapcea-R Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Rosuvastatin and Bempedoic acid. Rosuvastatin belongs to the class of statins or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors that work by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Bempedoic acid decreases cholesterol production in the liver and increases the removal of LDL cholesterol from the blood.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Dapcea-R Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. If you take more than prescribed dose accidentally, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or call doctor right away. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Rosuvastatin, Bempedoic acid or any other ingredients of Dapcea-R Tablet , please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Dapcea-R Tablet . You are advised to take effective birth control measures to avoid pregnancy while taking Dapcea-R Tablet . Maintain a low-fat diet along with Dapcea-R Tablet for effective results. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Dapcea-R Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RosuvastatinAmprenavir
Severe

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RosuvastatinAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapcea-R Tablet and amprenavir can increase the blood levels of Dapcea-R Tablet and can increase the risk of liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dapcea-R Tablet and Amprenavir can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Taking Dapcea-R Tablet with clopidogrel can increase the blood levels of Dapcea-R Tablet. This can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking clopidogrel together with Dapcea-R Tablet may result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience chills, joint pain or swelling, skin rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapcea-R Tablet with lenalidomide may increase the risk of a rare condition called rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between lenalidomide and Dapcea-R Tablet, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RosuvastatinSimeprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of Simeprevir and Dapcea-R Tablet can increase the blood levels of Dapcea-R Tablet and can increase the risk of side effects like liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Simeprevir and Dapcea-R Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapcea-R Tablet and Fenofibrate can increase the blood levels of Dapcea-R Tablet and can increase the risk of liver damage and rhabdomyolysis(breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dapcea-R Tablet and Fenofibrate can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of Dapcea-R Tablet and Atazanavir can increase the blood levels of Dapcea-R Tablet and can increase the risk of liver damage and rhabdomyolysis( breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dapcea-R Tablet and Atazanavir can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of Gemfibrozil and Dapcea-R Tablet may increase the risk or severity of side effects like muscle injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Gemfibrozil and Dapcea-R Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark-colored urine, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of ciclosporin with Dapcea-R Tablet can increase blood levels of Dapcea-R Tablet. This can increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of cyclosporine and Dapcea-R Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or dark-colored urine, light colour stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Coadministration of Nicotinamide with Dapcea-R Tablet may increase the risk and severity of side effects like rhabdomyolysis (breakdown of skeletal muscle) or kidney damage which can be fatal.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nicotinamide with Dapcea-R Tablet together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any symptoms like unexplained muscle pain, muscle stiffness or tenderness, fever, dark-coloured urine, or weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
RosuvastatinSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Dapcea-R Tablet:
Co-administration of Saquinavir and Dapcea-R Tablet can increase the blood levels of Dapcea-R Tablet and can increase the risk of developing liver damage and rhabdomyolysis(breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Saquinavir and Dapcea-R Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, dark-colored urine, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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, cut-down beverages, and 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 consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTILIPEMICS
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

If you regularly consume alcohol, consult your doctor before taking Dapcea-R Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Dapcea-R Tablet is not recommended to take in pregnancy. If you become pregnant while using Dapcea-R Tablet , stop taking the medicine and inform your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to take Dapcea-R Tablet during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more information.

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Driving

Caution

Dapcea-R Tablet may sometimes cause dizziness. Drive only if you are alert after taking Dapcea-R Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Dapcea-R Tablet . This medicine is not recommended in case of moderate to severe liver impairment.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Dapcea-R Tablet . This medicine is not recommended in case of severe kidney impairment.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Safety and efficacy have not been established. Hence, please consult your doctor about using Dapcea-R Tablet in children.

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FAQs

Dapcea-R Tablet is used to lower the levels of bad cholesterol called low-density lipoprotein (LDL), a type of fat in the blood. This reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke in future.

Dapcea-R Tablet works by decreasing the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver and increases the removal of LDL cholesterol from the blood. 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.

Dapcea-R Tablet should be used in diabetic patients only if the doctor advises, as it may increase blood sugar levels. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended in diabetic patients, and inform your doctor before taking Dapcea-R Tablet if you are diabetic.

You are not recommended to stop taking Dapcea-R Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Therefore, take Dapcea-R Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Dapcea-R Tablet , please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

20Th Km, Hosur Road, Electronic City, Bangalore, India - 560 100
Other Info - DAP0571

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