Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10)

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  • Manufactured by: Micro Labs Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Atorvastatin (20 mg)

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10)

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  • Contains / Salt: Atorvastatin (20 mg)
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Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) Information

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) Benefits & Uses

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) 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 (10) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) is used -

Moderate

  • Memory problems

Mild

Common

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

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) 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 (10) safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Avas on breastfeeding women are very mild.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) 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 (10) 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 (10) on the Heart?


    Avas has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) with Other Drugs

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10)

  • Is this Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?


    Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) 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 (10) since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) 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 (10) is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10)


    Taking Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10)


    Taking Avas 20 Mg Tablet (10) 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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