BILYPSA TABLETS

About BILYPSA TABLETS

Bilypsa is a prescription medicine whose active ingredient is saroglitazar 4 mg, manufactured by Zydus Cadila, India. Practo+3Apollo Pharmacy+3Pharma News Today+3

It belongs to a class of drugs known as dual PPAR-/ agonists. PPAR stands for Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor. This dual action means it works on two types of PPAR receptors:

• PPAR-: helps regulate lipid metabolism reducing triglyceride levels, increasing the breakdown (lipolysis) of fatty acids, increasing HDL (good cholesterol), etc. Apollo Pharmacy+2Truemeds+2

• PPAR-: improves insulin sensitivity, enhances glucose utilization, and reduces hepatic glucose output. It thus helps in blood sugar control. Apollo Pharmacy+21mg+2

What Conditions Its Used For

Bilypsa is used in several metabolic disorders, especially in people with type 2 diabetes and associated lipid abnormalities. Key indications include:

1. Diabetic dyslipidemia / hypertriglyceridemia when standard therapy (like statins) alone is insufficient. Apollo Pharmacy+2Practo+2

2. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD); especially when there are comorbidities like obesity, diabetes, dyslipidemia, or metabolic syndrome. 1mg+2Practo+2

3. Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH) in non-cirrhotic patients. 1mg+2Practo+2

How It Works (Mechanism of Action)

As a dual PPAR-/ agonist:

• It reduces synthesis and secretion of triglycerides in the liver. Apollo Pharmacy+1

• It promotes oxidation of fatty acids in the liver. Apollo Pharmacy+21mg+2

• It increases lipolysis (the breakdown of fats) and raises HDL (the good cholesterol) levels. Apollo Pharmacy+1

• On the glucose side, it improves insulin sensitivity, helps the body use insulin more effectively, and reduces hepatic glucose production. Apollo Pharmacy+21mg+2

Dosage & Administration

• The commonly prescribed dose is 4 mg once daily. Apothecare+2Pharma News Today+2

• It is taken by mouth (orally), with or without food. Taking at a consistent time daily helps. Do not chew, crush or break the tablet. Truemeds+3Apollo Pharmacy+3PharmEasy+3

Side Effects

Some side effects are common, most are mild and may resolve with time. These include:

• Abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting. Practo+31mg+3Apollo Pharmacy+3

• Weakness, fever. PharmEasy+2Apollo Pharmacy+2

• Stomach or gastric irritation/inflammation. Apollo Pharmacy+2Truemeds+2

• Some reports of chest discomfort, dizziness. Apollo Pharmacy+1

If any side effect persists, worsens, or unusual symptoms appear (e.g. rapid weight gain, swelling), one should contact a doctor. Apollo Pharmacy+1

Precautions, Contraindications & Warnings

• Allergy: Should not be used if allergic to saroglitazar or any component of the tablet. Apollo Pharmacy+2Pharma News Today+2

• Use caution or avoid in pregnancy; limited information is available. If used, only when benefits outweigh risks. 1mg+2Apollo Pharmacy+2

• Breastfeeding: It's unknown whether the drug passes into breast milk; caution advised. Apollo Pharmacy+21mg+2

• Those with liver or kidney impairment should use under medical supervision. Apollo Pharmacy+21mg+2

• People with heart disease (especially heart failure) should take care, since fluid retention, weight gain etc. might be risks. Apollo Pharmacy+2Hindustan Pharmacy+2

• Children: Safety and effectiveness in those under 18 is not established. Practo+1

Other Information: Storage, Missed Dose, Interactions

• Store in a cool, dry place, below 25 C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. PharmEasy+2PD Medical+2

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered, unless its almost time for the next dose. Do not double up. PharmEasy+1

• Alcohol intake should be limited or avoided, because alcohol can worsen liver effects or interfere with metabolic control. Apollo Pharmacy+21mg+2

• There may be interactions with other medications, herbal products, supplements always inform your doctor of all substances being used. Regular monitoring (lipid profiles, liver/kidney function, blood sugar) may be required.