Avas 10mg Strip Of 30 Tablets

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Avas 10 MG Description

Avas 10 tablets are used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides when diet and lifestyle changes are not enough. They can also reduce the risk of heart disease. Avas 10 tablets contain atorvastatin, which belongs to the statin class of medications. Statins are used to control cholesterol levels in the body by preventing the production of cholesterol.

Avas 10 tablets should be taken with food, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor.

Before starting Avas 10 tablets, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Also, tell your doctor about all the other medicines and supplements you are taking.

Atorva 10 tablet, Aztor 10 tablet, Tonact 10 tablet, Storvas 10 tablet, Lipikind 10 tablet, and Stator 10 tablet also contain atorvastatin as their active ingredient. To get the most benefit from Avas 10 tablets, avoid eating a high-fat diet, fried foods, and junk food. You should also maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹149.38
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Contains	Atorvastatin(10.0 Mg)
Uses	High cholesterol and heart disease
Side effects	Headache, nausea, diarrhoea, indigestion
Therapy	HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Avas 10 MG

Avas 10 tablet is used to lower lipids like cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood.
It is also used to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Contraindications of Avas 10 MG

If you are allergic to atorvastatin or any other ingredient of Avas 10 tablet.
If you are being treated with medicines for hepatitis C like the combination of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.
If you have liver disorders or your liver tests are abnormal.
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you are a woman capable of having children and not using effective contraceptive measures.

Side effects of Avas 10 MG

Headache
Nausea
Diarrhoea
Back pain
Indigestion

Precautions and Warnings of Avas 10 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Avas 10 tablet during pregnancy?

Avas 10 tablet is not recommended for use in 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

Can I take Avas 10 tablet while breastfeeding?

No information is available if Avas 10 tablet passes into human breast milk. Thus, this medicine should not be taken during breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother before starting this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Avas 10 tablet?

Avas 10 tablet has negligible influence on the ability to drive. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is recommended to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Avas 10 tablet?

There is limited information on the interaction of alcohol with Avas 10 tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any underlying medical condition like diabetes, liver or kidney disease, thyroid problems, respiratory problems, or 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.

Directions for Use of Avas 10 MG

Take Avas 10 tablet exactly as recommended by your doctor.
Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
It would be best if you take it at the same time every day for optimal results.
It can be taken with or without food.
Avoid consuming more than the dose prescribed by the doctor.

Storage and disposal of Avas 10 MG

Store Avas 10 tablet below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Avas 10 MG

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Avas 10 tablet, 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. However, if you missed any dose of Avas 10 tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next do...

Mode of Action of Avas 10 MG

How Does It Work?

Avas 10 tablet works by preventing the action of an enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase which is essential for cholesterol formation. Thus this medicine helps to lower blood cholesterol levels. It also in...

Interactions of Avas 10 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Avas 10 tablet works or this medicine 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 interaction.
Particular care should be taken if you are taking other cholesterol-lowering medicines, anticoagulants like warfarin, blood pressure-lowering medicines, painkillers like phenazone, anti-infectives, an...
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Interactions with food items

You should avoid consuming grapefruit juice during the treatment with Avas 10 tablet as it can alter the effect of this medicine.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Does Avas 10 cause acidity?

A: Sometimes Avas 10 tablet may cause acidity or heartburn as a side effect. However, not everyone experiences the side effect. Talk to your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen.

Q: What dietary restrictions should I follow while taking Avas 10?

Avoid fried and junk food.
Avoid carbonated drinks.
Avoid having grapefruit juice with this medicine.
Have the last meal of the day at least 3-4 hours before bedtime.

Q: Can I stop taking Avas 10 on my own?

A: No, you should not suddenly stop taking Avas 10 tablet on your own without consulting your doctor.

Q: Is Avas 10 good for cholesterol?

A: Avas 10 tablet is used to lower the level of bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein/LDL) and improve levels of good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein/HDL) in the blood. This medicine lowers the overall raised lipid (cholesterol and triglyceride) levels.

Q: What is Avas 10 used for?

Avas 10 tablet is used to lower lipids like cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood.
It is also used to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Q: Is Avas 10 and atorvastatin the same?

A: Yes, Avas 10 tablet contains atorvastatin as the active ingredient.

Q: Should I take Avas 10 before or after food?

A: Avas 10 tablet should be taken exactly as recommended by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, it is recommended to take this medicine at the same time everyday. Do not take more than the recommended dose.

Q: Is Avas 10 a blood thinner?

A: No, Avas 10 tablet is not a blood thinner medicine. It is a lipid-lowering medicine that helps to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It also increases the good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein/HDL) levels in the body.

Q: Can I take Avas 10 if I am taking other medicines?

A: You can take Avas 10 tablet with other medicines if your doctor recommends it. Some medicines can affect the way Avas 10 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines if taken at the same time. Always tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Q: What are the side effects of Avas 10?

A: Some individuals may experience headache, nausea, diarrhoea, back pain and indigestion with the use of Avas 10 tablet. These side effects are generally mild and go away with time. However, in case these effects persist, talk to your doctor.

Q: What if I forget to take a dose of Avas 10?

It would be best if you take the doses at the appropriate time for the desired effect.
However, if you forget to take any dose of Avas 10 tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Q: What are LDL and HDL?

A: Low-density lipoproteins are abbreviated as LDL. Because a high LDL level leads to a buildup of cholesterol in your arteries, it is sometimes referred to as "bad" cholesterol. High-density lipoproteins are abbreviated as HDL.

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