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Bivastat is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina. The alternative uses of Bivastat have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bivastat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Bivastat are Nervousness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Bivastat can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Bivastat are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Bivastat has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bivastat related warnings talks about Bivastat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Bivastat is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bivastat contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Bivastat have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Bivastat is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Bivastat is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bivastat is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Bivastat safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Bivastat safely.
Is the use of Bivastat safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Bivastat for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Bivastat on the Kidneys?
Bivastat can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Bivastat on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Bivastat on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Bivastat on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Bivastat. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Bivastat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bivastat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bivastat habit forming or addictive?
Bivastat does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Bivastat as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bivastat is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bivastat cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Bivastat
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Bivastat together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bivastat
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Bivastat with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 620
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Angiomax® (bivalirudin)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Bivalirudin Apotex (bivalirudin)