Novastat CV 20 Capsule is a combination of two medicines used to prevent heart attack, angina, and stroke. This medicine reduces the "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels. Moreover, it also decreases the formation of harmful blood clots.
Novastat CV 20 Capsule should be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.
Stomach pain, diarrhea, indigestion, constipation, and headache are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine increases your risk of bleeding, so it is important to be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports (e.g., football, wrestling). Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin, muscle pain or dark urine. You may be asked for regular monitoring of liver function while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or you are suffering from bleeding disorder. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Novastat CV 20 Capsule reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Along with taking Novastat CV 20 Capsule, make appropriate lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy and staying active, to maintain your blood pressure in the normal range.
Side effects of Novastat CV Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Novastat CV
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Constipation
Weakness
Headache
Dizziness
Muscle pain
Increased glucose level in blood
Increased liver enzymes
How to use Novastat CV Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Novastat CV 20 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Novastat CV Capsule works
Rosuvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that blocks an enzyme required in the body to make cholesterol. It lowers the "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises the "good" cholesterol (HDL). Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-platelet action. It prevents the platelets from sticking together and decreases the formation of harmful blood clots. This way Novastat CV 20 Capsule prevents blockade of blood vessels and reduces risk of heart attack, angina, or stroke.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Novastat CV 20 Capsule.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Novastat CV 20 Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Novastat CV 20 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Novastat CV 20 Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Novastat CV 20 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Novastat CV 20 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Novastat CV 20 Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Novastat CV 20 Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Novastat CV 20 Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Novastat CV 20 Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Novastat CV Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Novastat CV 20 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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