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Avas 40 Tablet (10) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Avas 40 Tablet (10) have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Avas 40 Tablet (10) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Avas 40 Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Avas 40 Tablet (10) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Avas 40 Tablet (10) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Avas 40 Tablet (10) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Avas 40 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Avas 40 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 40 Tablet (10) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Avas 40 Tablet (10) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Avas 40 Tablet (10) is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Avas 40 Tablet (10) 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 Avas 40 Tablet (10) is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Avas 40 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.
Is the use of Avas 40 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Avas on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Avas 40 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.
What is the effect of Avas 40 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.
What is the effect of Avas 40 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Avas has very mild side effects on the heart.
Avas 40 Tablet (10) 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 Avas 40 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Avas 40 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Avas 40 Tablet (10) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Avas 40 Tablet (10) since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Avas 40 Tablet (10) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Avas 40 Tablet (10) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Avas 40 Tablet (10)
Taking Avas 40 Tablet (10) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Avas 40 Tablet (10)
Taking Avas 40 Tablet (10) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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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