Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30)

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  • Manufactured by: Micro Labs Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Atorvastatin (20 mg)
  • Seller: mChemist Global Private Limited
    • Country of Origin: India

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) Information

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) have also been mentioned below.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30). Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30)'s effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) related warnings section.

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) have been discussed in the sections ahead.

    Drug reaction of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

    Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.


    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) Benefits & Uses

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Avas 20 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 20 Mg Tablet (30) Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) is used -

    Moderate

    • Memory problems

    Mild

    Common

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

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Avas 20 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 20 Mg Tablet (30) safe during breastfeeding?


      Side effects of Avas on breastfeeding women are very mild.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Avas 20 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 20 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 20 Mg Tablet (30) on the Heart?


      Avas has very mild side effects on the heart.

      Mild

    Severe Interaction of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) with Other Drugs

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate


    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) unless your doctor advises you to do so -


    Frequently asked Questions about Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30)

    • Is this Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) habit forming or addictive?


      Avas 20 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 20 Mg Tablet (30) since it will not make you feel sleepy.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Avas 20 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 20 Mg Tablet (30) is not used to treat mental disorders.

      No

    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30)


      Taking Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

      Mild
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Avas 20 Mg Tablet (30)


      Taking Avas 20 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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