Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules Description
Novastat-Gold 20 capsule is used for the prevention of heart attack, myocardial infarction (reduced blood flow to muscles of the heart), angina (chest pain) and stroke. It contains rosuvastatin, aspi
rin and clopidogrel as the active ingredient. A heart attack is an emergency medical condition it happens when blood flow to heart muscles is blocked. It makes heart muscles unable to work efficiently. This is mainly caused due to build-up of cholesterol inside the walls of blood vessels. This leads to the formation of plaque, when this breaks a blood clot is formed that blocks the blood flow to heart muscles causing a heart attack. The dose and duration of this medicine will be decided by your doctor after accessing your complete medical history. To avoid heart complications you must take this medicine on time and follow certain lifestyle and dietary modifications as suggested by your doctor. Before using Novastat-Gold 20 capsule, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹313.54 |
You Save | ₹42.76 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Rosuvastatin(20.0 Mg) + Clopidogrel(75.0 Mg) + Aspirin / Acetyl Salicylic Acid(75.0 Mg) |
Uses | Heart attack, stroke, angina |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, headache, muscle ache |
Therapy | ANTI-PLATELET AND HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
Uses of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Contraindications of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- If you are allergic to rosuvastatin, aspirin, clopidogrel or any other ingredients of Novastat-Gold 20 capsule.
- If you suffer from kidney or liver-related disease.
- If you are suffering from myopathy (muscle-related condition), hypothyroidism or gout.
- If you have bleeding disorders such as haemophilia (hereditary disease) or thrombocytopenia (decrease platelet count).
- If you have an ulcer or bleeding from the stomach, bowel or from any other part of the body.
- If you have breathing difficulty after taking this medicine.
- If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- If you regularly drink large amounts of alcohol.
- If you are taking a medicine containing cyclosporine or methotrexate.
Side effects of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Muscle pain
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Weakness
- Increased bleeding tendency
Precautions and Warnings of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have problems with your heart, stomach, intestines, liver or kidney.
- You have a stroke or risk of bleeding or are having heavy menstrual periods.
- You have diabetes, high blood pressure or gout, asthma, an underactive thyroid.
- You are on a medicine containing fusidic acid used for bacterial infection.
- You experience jaundice, fever, bruising, confusion or tiredness.
- You are above 70 years of age, have surgery planned or consume alcohol in excess.
- You have a history of muscle problems or had any problems during treatment with other lipid-lowering medicines.
- Novastat-Gold 20 capsule should not be given to children below 16 years.
Mode of Action of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
How Does It Work?
- Rosuvastatin works by lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and increasing good cholesterol, thus reducing the risk of heart diseases and preventing strokes and heart attacks.
- Aspirin and clopidogrel work by preventing platelets from sticking together and thus inhibiting blood clot formation. It helps in keeping blood flowing smoothly in your body.
Directions for Use of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Novastat-Gold 20 capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Interactions with other medicines
Storage and disposal of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Store Novastat-Gold 20 capsules in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Dosage of Novastat Gold 20mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How Novastat-Gold 20 capsule is helpful for the prevention of heart attack?
Q: Can Novastat-Gold 20 capsule cause tiredness?
Q: Does taking Novastat-Gold 20 capsule prevents stroke?
Q: Can Novastat Gold be used for blood pressure?
Q: Is Novastat Gold a blood thinner?
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