Storvas 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Storvas 40 MG Description
Storvas 40 mg Tablet contains atorvastatin, which is a medicine used to lower high blood cholesterol levels. It is used in people whose diet and lifestyle changes have not been enough to lower their cholesterol levels. Storvas 40 mg Tablet works by blocking an enzyme that your body uses to make cholesterol. This lowers the amount of cholesterol in your blood.
High blood cholesterol is a condition in which there is too much bad cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. This can lead to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, which can narrow or block them. This can lead to heart attack, stroke and other health problems.
Storvas 40 mg Tablet can be used by adults and children aged 10 years and over. Along with taking Storvas 40 mg Tablet, you should also follow a cholesterol-lowering diet, make lifestyle changes and exercise regularly. Aztor 40mg tablet, Tonact 40mg tablet, Storvas 40mg tablet and Lipvas 40mg tablet are some other medicines with atorvastatin as their active medicines.
Do not consume alcohol or grapefruit juice while taking Storvas 40 mg Tablet. These can make Storvas 40 mg Tablet less effective.
Before taking Storvas 40 mg Tablet, tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. Storvas 40 mg Tablet can interact with other medicines and cause side effects. Do not take Storvas 40 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹190.12 |
You Save | ₹25.92 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Atorvastatin(40.0 Mg) |
Uses | Lipid-lowering |
Side effects | Headache, hyperglycaemia, constipation, nausea |
Therapy | HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
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Uses of Storvas 40 MG
Contraindications of Storvas 40 MG
- If you are allergic to Atorvastatin or any other components of Storvas 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 Storvas 40 MG
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Body pain (joint, back, throat, muscle)
- Swelling of nasal passages and bleeding from the nose
- An abnormal liver function test and increased creatinine level
Precautions and Warnings of Storvas 40 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver or kidney diseases.
- You experienced any muscle problems after taking other lipid-lowering medicines.
- You are taking medicines for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury.
- You have respiratory failure.
- You are addicted to alcohol.
- You have any thyroid problems.
- You have an inability to digest lactose (lactose intolerance).
Directions for Use of Storvas 40 MG
Storage and disposal of Storvas 40 MG
- Store it at a temperature below 30°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
- Check its expiry date before starting the treatment.
Dosage of Storvas 40 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of Storvas 40 MG
How Does It Work?
Interactions of Storvas 40 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- HIV medications such as ritonavir with Storvas Tablet can result in severe side effects.
- Erythromycin (antibiotic) taken with Storvas Tablet can result in increased side effects.
- It should be ensured that fusidic acid is taken in a proper gap with this medicine, a minimum gap of seven days is advised.
- Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does Storvas Tablet cause diabetes?
Q: Is Storvas Tablet a blood thinner?
Q: Is Storvas Tablet good for cholesterol?
Q: Are there any home remedies that can speed up the treatment process?
- Avoid fried and junk food.
- Avoid carbonated drinks.
- Exercise daily.
- Have your last meal of the day at least 3-4 hours before bedtime.