Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules Description
Unistar 20/150 Capsule is a combination medicine and is used to prevent or reduce the risk of having a heart attack or stroke and it also helps to lower your blood cholesterol levels. It contains ace
tylsalicylic acid and rosuvastatin as its main components. Unistar 20/150 Capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor. Do not miss any dose or discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor. Avoid smoking and consuming alcohol while on treatment with this medicine. You should exercise regularly and should be conscious of your diet. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting Unistar 20/150 Capsule
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹126.10 |
You Save | ₹17.20 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Rosuvastatin(20.0 Mg) + Aspirin / Acetyl Salicylic Acid(150.0 Mg) |
Uses | Prevent the risk of having a heart attack or stroke, lowers blood cholesterol levels |
Side effects | Headache, dizziness, sleepiness, nausea |
Therapy | ANTI-PLATELET AND HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
Uses of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Contraindications of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- If you have any allergic reaction to Acetylsalicylic Acid or Rosuvastatin or any of the components of Unistar 20/150 Capsule.
- If you have kidney or liver problems.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have any muscle pain.
- If you are suffering from any bleeding disorders or blood clotting problems.
- If you have thyroid problems or gout.
- If you consume alcohol regularly.
- If you have a history of ulcer in the stomach or small intestine.
- If you are taking cyclosporine (used in or rheumatoid arthritis or after organ transplants) or methotrexate (used in cancer treatment).
- If you’ve had an asthmatic attack or any serious allergic reaction like itching, swelling, difficulty in breathing or swallowing, etc.
- Unistar 20/150 Capsule is not recommended for use in children who have viral infections because of the risk of Reye’s syndrome.
Side effects of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Body or muscle pain
- Tiredness
- Weakness
- Increased risk of bleeding
Precautions and Warnings of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any unusual bleeding.
- You are above the age of 70 years.
- You regularly consume too much alcohol.
- You have stomach or small intestine problems.
- You are suffering from gout or any thyroid problems.
- You have diabetes or are at risk of developing diabetes.
- You are undergoing surgery or had a surgery recently.
- You have problems with your heart, kidney or liver problems.
- You have glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
- You have muscle aches or pains or family history of muscle problems.
- You are taking medicines to lower cholesterol like gemfibrozil, fenofibrate.
- You are suffering from asthma or any lung disease, then this medicine can worsen your asthma.
- You experience heavy menstrual bleeding, do not take this medicine as it can increase the bleeding.
- You are on or have taken a medicine- fusidic acid to treat your bacterial infections in the last 7 days.
- Unistar 20/150 Capsule should not be used in children below the age of 16 years unless there are more benefits than risk.
Mode of Action of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
How Does It Work?
- Unistar 20/150 Capsule works by the combined action of Acetylsalicylic Acid and Rosuvastatin.
- Acetylsalicylic Acid works by stopping the platelets from forming a clot so that the blood can flow easily and without any obstruction.
- Rosuvastatin works by inhibiting or blocking an enzyme which is needed in the body to make cholesterol, reducing the bad cholesterol and increasing the good cholesterol in the blood.
Directions for Use of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Interactions of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Unistar 20/150 Capsule works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines 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.
- Unistar 20/150 Capsule must not be used along with methotrexate (used in cancer treatment) as it may be harmful when used simultaneously.
- Do not take this capsule with fusidic acid (a medicine for bacterial infection), as concomitant treatment can lead to serious muscle problems.
- You may be at an increased risk of having muscle damage or serious side effects if taken with cyclosporine, gemfibrozil, fenofibrate, tacrolimus, ezetimibe. Thus, you need to be cautious.
- Concomitant use of this capsule along with medicine like probenecid (used to treat gout) is not recommended as it may alter the effects of probenecid.
- Blood thinners like warfarin, heparin and medicines used to treat pain and inflammation like aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen can increase the risk of bleeding.
- Medicines used to treat acidity in your stomach like antacids should not be taken at least within 2 hours of taking this capsule.
- Metamizole (pain killer) interferes with the way this capsule works. Hence, concomitant use should be avoided.
- You need to be cautious while using this capsule with oral contraceptive or while being on hormone replacement therapy.
- Other medicines like lithium, digoxin, ritonavir, erythromycin, potassium supplements (amiloride, spironolactone) should be used cautiously along with Unistar 20/150 Capsule.
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
- Store Unistar 20/150 Capsules in a cool and dry place, protect it from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- Do not use expired or damaged medicines.
- Discard unused medicine properly. Do not flush it in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage of Unistar 20/150mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Overdose
- Overdose of Unistar 20/150 Capsule may cause symptoms like ringing in the ears, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating, fever.
- Seek urgent medical help if you experience any such symptoms or feel you have taken too much of Unistar 20/150 Capsule.
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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