Avas 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Avas 10 MG Description
Avas 10 tablet is used to lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart diseases. It contains atorvastatin as its active ingredient, also known as statins. Atorvastatin in Avas 10 tablet decre
ases the synthesis of cholesterol in the body by inhibiting the enzymes responsible for cholesterol formation. You should take this medicine preferably before going to bed to gain optimum benefits. You should avoid consuming high fat, fried and junk meals and also maintain a healthy and active lifestyle to gain optimum benefits along with Avas 10 tablet.
Product Summary
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| Contains | Atorvastatin(10.0 Mg) |
| Uses | High cholesterol and prevent heart stroke |
| Side effects | Headache, nausea, diarrhoea, indigestion, body ache |
| Therapy | HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
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Uses of Avas 10 MG
- Used to lower cholesterol levels.
- Used to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Contraindications of Avas 10 MG
- If you are allergic to atorvastatin or any other components of the Avas 10 tablet.
- If you have or ever had any liver disease, any abnormality in the liver function test.
- If you are being treated with medicines for hepatitis C like glecaprevir/pibrentasvir.
- If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Side effects of Avas 10 MG
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Muscule, joint pains
Precautions and Warnings of Avas 10 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Avas 10 tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Avas 10 tablet should not be used during pregnancy, as there is limited information about its effect on pregnancy. Women of childbearing age should use proper contraceptive measures while taking this medicine. If you think you are pregnant or pregnancy is detected while taking this medicine inform your doctor immediately.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Avas 10 tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not known if Avas 10 tablet passes into human milk. Thus, this medicine should not be taken during breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Avas 10 tablet?
A:
Avas 10 tablet has negligible influence on the ability to drive.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Avas 10 tablet?
A:
There is no known interaction of alcohol with Avas 10 tablet. However, alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage and side effects. Thus, always talk to your doctor if drink it often.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have any underlying medical condition like diabetes, liver or kidney disease, thyroid problems, respiratory problems, muscle-related problems.
- You have a history of stroke with bleeding inside the brain.
- You have repeated muscle pains or a history of muscle-related problems
- You have recently or in the last 7 days, taken medicine for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury.
- You are an alcoholic.
- You are elderly, above 70 years of age.
- You are already taking any other medicines for health conditions.
Mode of Action of Avas 10 MG
How Does It Work?
Cholesterol is made by the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase. Avas 10 tablet inhibits this enzyme thus lowering bad cholesterol levels (LDL levels), triglyceride levels and also other lipids or fats in the blood. It also increases the good cholesterol known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels....
Directions for Use of Avas 10 MG
Avas 10 tablet should be taken as a whole with a glass of water at a fixed time to gain optimal benefits. It should not be broken, crushed or chewed. It is recommended to take it at night before going to bed....
Interactions of Avas 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Avas 10 tablet works or Avas 10 tablet itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
- Especially, if you are taking other cholesterol-lowering medicines, anticoagulants like warfarin, blood pressure lowering medicines, painkillers like phenazone, anti-infectives, anti-HIV medicines like ritonavir, medicines used to treat hepatitis C like telaprevir, antacids, etc....
Interactions with food items
You should avoid consuming grapefruit juice during the treatment, as it can alter the effect of this medicine.
Storage and disposal of Avas 10 MG
- Store it at a temperature below 30°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Avas 10 MG
Overdose
If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
It would be best if you took the doses at the appropriate time for the desired effect. If you have missed taking any dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does Avas 10 tablet cause diabetes?
A: If you have experienced an increase in blood sugar level, inform your doctor. A slight increase in sugar level can occur after taking Avas 10 tablet. Regularly check your blood levels if you are on this treatment.
Q: Is Avas 10 tablet a blood thinner?
A: No, Avas 10 tablet is not a blood thinner. Atorvastatin in this medicine has lipid-lowering action.
Q: Is Avas 10 tablet good for cholesterol?
A: Yes, Avas 10 tablet is used to lower the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and improve levels of good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It lowers the overall raised cholesterol levels.
Q: Are there any home remedies that can increase the treatment process?
A: Avoid fried and junk food.
Avoid carbonated drinks.
Exercise daily.
Have your last meal of the day at least 3-4 hours before bedtime.
References
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- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 18 June 2021]
- Atorvastatin 10 mg Film Coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 18 June 2021]
- Atorvastatin 10 mg Film Coated Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 18 June 2021]
Product Details
Brand
AVAS
Expires on or After
15/07/2024
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