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Avas 80 Tablet (10)

  • Manufactured by: Micro Labs Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Atorvastatin (80 mg)

Avas 80 Tablet (10)

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  • Manufactured by: Micro Labs Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Atorvastatin (80 mg)

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Avas 80 Tablet (10) Information

Avas 80 Tablet (10) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Avas 80 Tablet (10) have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Avas 80 Tablet (10) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Avas 80 Tablet (10) include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Avas 80 Tablet (10) have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Avas 80 Tablet (10) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Avas 80 Tablet (10)'s effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Avas 80 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Avas 80 Tablet (10) is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Avas 80 Tablet (10) have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Avas 80 Tablet (10) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Avas 80 Tablet (10) is safe while driving, and is addiction.

  1. Avas Benefits & Uses
  2. Avas Dosage & How to Take
  3. Avas Side Effects
  4. Avas Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Avas with Other Drugs
  6. Avas Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Avas
  8. Avas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Avas 80 Tablet (10) Benefits & Uses

Avas 80 Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Avas 80 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: High Cholesterol
  • 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: High Cholesterol
  • 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: High Cholesterol
  • 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 80 Tablet (10) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Avas 80 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?


    Avas can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe

  • Is the use of Avas 80 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?


    Avas may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Avas 80 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 80 Tablet (10) on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Avas. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Avas only after medical advice.

    Moderate

  • What is the effect of Avas 80 Tablet (10) on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Avas on the heart have been reported.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Avas 80 Tablet (10) with Other Drugs

Avas 80 Tablet (10) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

CyclosporinGemfibrozilItraconazoleRitonavirDigoxin

Moderate

CholestyramineColchicineNiacinWarfarin

Avas 80 Tablet (10) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avas 80 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

  • Hypothyroidism
  • Liver Disease
  • Kidney Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Alcoholism
  • Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Avas 80 Tablet (10)

  • Is this Avas 80 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?


    Avas 80 Tablet (10) is not addictive in nature.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Avas 80 Tablet (10) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe

  • Is it safe?


    Avas 80 Tablet (10) should be used only after doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Avas 80 Tablet (10) for mental disorders.

    No

Avas 80 Tablet (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Avas 80 Tablet (10)


    Taking Avas 80 Tablet (10) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Avas 80 Tablet (10)


    Taking Avas 80 Tablet (10) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Avas 80 Tablet (10)

Question about 3 years ago

Can I take Avas in the morning?

Dr. Keshu Lal Damor MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Avas can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.

Question almost 3 years ago

Can Avas cause diabetes?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Avas does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Avas might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.

Question about 3 years ago

Can I use Avas without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Avas is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question about 3 years ago

Does Avas cause hair loss?

Dr. Keshu Lal Damor MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Avas might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.

Question over 3 years ago

How to take Avas?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Avas comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 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

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