Saroglitazar
Information about Saroglitazar
Saroglitazar uses
Saroglitazar is used in the treatment of Noncirrhotic Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis, Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and diabetic dyslipidemia.
How saroglitazar works
Saroglitazar contains Saroglitazar, a dual action peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) inhibitor that aids in the management of high cholesterol, especially triglycerides, as well as blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It acts by a unique mechanism in which it reduces the synthesis and secretion of triglycerides (a type of lipid or cholesterol in blood). It also improves insulin sensitivity of the body for better utilization of the existing insulin and hence lowers the blood sugar levels.
Common side effects of saroglitazar
Weakness, Fever, Gastritis, Headache, Chest discomfort, Oral dysesthesia, Pharyngitis, Muscle weakness, Hyperchlorhydria, Nausea
Available Medicine for Saroglitazar
Expert advice for Saroglitazar
- Saroglitazar has beneficial effects in controlling both high cholesterol mainly triglycerides and sugar levels in diabetic patients.
- It is best to take Saroglitazar before the first meal of the day.
- You should continue to exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and take your other diabetes medicines along with Saroglitazar.
Frequently asked questions for Saroglitazar
Saroglitazar
Q. Who should not take Saroglitazar?
Saroglitazar should not be taken by people who are allergic to Saroglitazar or any of its ingredients. If you are not sure, please consult your doctor.
Q. Is there a chance of weight gain with Saroglitazar?
It has been observed from clinical research conducted on Saroglitazar that there is no significant risk of weight gain in patients taking Saroglitazar. However, if a patient experiences a rapid increase in weight, any other difficulty, or fluid accumulation in the body then it should be immediately informed to the doctor for further assessment or change of therapy.
Q. Is Saroglitazar is helpful in increasing good cholesterol?
Yes, it has been found that Saroglitazar helps improve the good cholesterol or HDL-C and at the same time helps reduce the bad cholesterol like LDL, triglycerides etc. Though the effectiveness of this medicine varies from patient to patient still it has been found to be effective in controlling the high triglyceride levels in the blood. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medication.