Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30)

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  • Manufactured by: Micro Labs Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Atorvastatin (5 mg)
  • Seller: mChemist Global Private Limited
    • Country of Origin: India

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) Information

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    The correct dosage of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    The most common side effects of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) 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 Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) related warnings talks about Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) contraindications lists all such conditions.

    Additionally, Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

    In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) Benefits & Uses

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) Dosage & How to Take

    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

    Age Group Dosage
    Adult
    • Disease:
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease:
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease:
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) is used -

    Moderate

    • Memory problems

    Mild

    Common

    • Headache
    • Nasopharyngitis
    • Diarrhoea
    • Increased Glucose level in the blood
    • Joint Swelling

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) safe for pregnant women?


      Avas has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Avas without medical advice.

      Severe
    • Is the use of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) safe during breastfeeding?


      Side effects of Avas on breastfeeding women are very mild.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) on the Kidneys?


      There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Avas. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) on the Liver?


      Avas may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) on the Heart?


      Avas has very mild side effects on the heart.

      Mild

    Severe Interaction of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) with Other Drugs

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate


    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) unless your doctor advises you to do so -


    Frequently asked Questions about Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30)

    • Is this Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) habit forming or addictive?


      Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) does not cause addiction.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) since it will not make you feel sleepy.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) only on doctor's advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) is not used to treat mental disorders.

      No

    Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30)


      Taking Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

      Mild
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30)


      Taking Avas 5 Mg Tablet (30) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

      Severe

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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan
    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    7 Years of Experience

    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650

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