Consivas 10 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Consivas Information

Consivas is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Consivas also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Consivas depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Consivas as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Consivas are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Consivas is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Consivas related warnings talks about Consivas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Consivas can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Consivas in conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Consivas contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Consivas have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Consivas is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Consivas Benefits & Uses
Consivas Dosage & How to Take
Consivas Side Effects
Consivas Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Consivas with Other Drugs
Consivas Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Consivas
Consivas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Consivas Benefits & Uses

Consivas is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Consivas 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 40 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 40 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 5 - 20 mg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 5 - 10 mg

Consivas Related Warnings

Is the use of Consivas safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Consivas safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Consivas on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Consivas on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Consivas on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Consivas on the Heart?

Consivas is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Consivas with Other Drugs

Consivas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cyclosporin

Niacin

Colchicine

Gemfibrozil

Moderate

Warfarin

Mild

Ethinyl Estradiol

Consivas Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Consivas unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Hypothyroidism
Trauma
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Consivas

Is this Consivas habit forming or addictive?

Consivas does not cause addiction.

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

Consivas will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Consivas only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Consivas in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Consivas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Consivas

Some foods when eaten with Consivas can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Consivas

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Consivas as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Consivas

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Consivas without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Consivas cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Consivas has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Consivas cause weight gain?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Consivas along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Consivas 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Consivas cause memory loss?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, use of Consivas may cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe memory loss after taking this drug, then do not hesitate to inform your doctor immediately.