Novastat 40 Tablet (Rosuvastatin 40mg)

Medical Description

Novastat Tablet is a cholesterol-lowering medicine. It contains rosuvastatin as its active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of high cholesterol or to correct abnormal cholesterol along with dietary and lifestyle modifications. It is also used to slow down the progression of atherosclerosis (narrowing of blood vessels due to fat build-up) and reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, etc. This medicine works by interfering with the formation of cholesterol or fat in your body. The dose and duration of this medicine will be decided by your doctor after accessing your complete medical history. Individuals with high cholesterol often end up developing other health-related complications, to avoid that you must take this medicine on time and follow certain lifestyle and dietary modifications as suggested by your doctor.

Uses of Novastat 40 MG

It is used in the treatment of high cholesterol levels and to correct abnormal cholesterol.
To slow down the progression of atherosclerosis, a condition of narrowing of blood vessels due to fat build-up.
It is also known to reduce the risk of heart-related conditions such as stroke and heart attack.

Contraindications of Novastat 40 MG

If you are allergic to rosuvastatin or any ingredient of this medicine.
If you have any liver-related conditions.
If you are pregnant, may be pregnant or are breastfeeding

Side effects of Novastat 40 MG

Headache
Feeling sick
Stomach pain
Muscle pain
Feeling weak
Nausea
Dizziness
Constipation

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have a medical condition like diabetes, liver or kidney disease, thyroid problems, respiratory problems, muscle-related problems.
You have a history of stroke with bleeding inside the brain.
You have repeated muscle pains or a history of muscle-related problems.
You have recently or in the last 7 days, taken medicine for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury.
You consume alcohol frequently or in excess.
You are elderly, above 70 years of age.

Mode of Action of Novastat 40 MG

How Does It Work?
This medicine works by interfering with the process of cholesterol synthesis. Cholesterol is made by an enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, rosuvastatin inhibits this enzyme, thus lowers cholesterol levels. It also increases good cholesterol also known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.

Directions for Use of Novastat 40 MG

Novastat Tablet is to be taken orally with or without food, or as directed by your doctor.

Interactions of Novastat 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Certain medicines can affect the way the Novastat works or Novastat itself can alter the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
In particular, if you are taking a blood thinner, medicines used to suppress immune function, any hormone replacement therapy, oral contraceptives, other medicines used to lower blood cholesterol and antiviral medicines used for the treatment of HIV and Hepatitis.
Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Storage and disposal of Novastat 40 MG

Store it below 30°C in the original package to protect from sunlight and moisture
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets

Dosage of Novastat 40 MG

Overdose
In an event of an overdose, seek immediate medical advice or reach out to the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking a dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Don’t take a double dose of drugs to catch up for the missed one.