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Orivas 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Orivas 10 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Orivas 10 Tablet. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Orivas 10 Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Orivas 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Orivas 10 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Orivas 10 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Orivas 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Orivas 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Orivas 10 Tablet 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 Orivas 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Orivas 10 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Orivas 10 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Orivas 10 Tablet 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orivas 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Orivas 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Orivas. If you are pregnant, do not take Orivas without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Orivas 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Orivas on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Orivas 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Orivas. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Orivas 10 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Orivas. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Orivas 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Orivas is rarely harmful for the heart.
Orivas 10 Tablet 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 Orivas 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orivas 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Orivas 10 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Orivas 10 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Orivas 10 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Orivas 10 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Orivas 10 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Orivas 10 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orivas 10 Tablet
Consuming Orivas 10 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Orivas 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.
Yes, Orivas can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Orivas is a brand name of atorvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.
Orivas works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
Yes, Orivas 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
