Arvast 5 Tablet (Rosuvastatin 5mg)

Description

Arvast 5 MG Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of high blood cholesterol and triglycerides (fats) levels. This medicine works by blocking the production of unhealthy fats in your body and prevents the risk of heart problems and stroke (a condition that causes reduced oxygen supply to the brain).

Arvast 5 MG Tablet has some side effects like nausea, weakness, muscle pain, stomach pain, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if these side effects last for a long time or worsen.

Arvast 5 MG Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take the dose as directed by your doctor. Take it regularly at the same time for the ease of remembering. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose. Your doctor may suggest tests to regularly monitor your lipid profiles (fat levels in the blood) to make sure the medicine is working properly.

Arvast 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Avoid taking this medicine if you have liver problems. Use this medicine with caution if you have diabetes, hypothyroidism (low levels of thyroid hormone in the body), or kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine as they may interact with this medicine and cause undesired effects.

Arvast 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Arvast 5 MG Tablet
Fliptor 5 MG Tablet
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Newsta 5 MG Tablet
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Rosuflo 5 MG Tablet
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Rozat 5 MG Tablet
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
Rxtor 5 MG Tablet
Ipca Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Arvast 5 MG Tablet
Muscle pain
Weakness
Headache
Joint pain
Constipation
Nausea
Stomach pain
Difficulty or painful urination
Dark coloured urine
Dizziness

Uses of Arvast 5 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hyperlipidaemia
Hyperlipidaemia refers to a high level of bad cholesterol and triglycerides (type of fats) in your blood. Arvast 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of hyperlipidaemia.
Prevention of heart Attack
A high level of fats circulating in your blood may deposit in your blood vessels and increase the risk of heart problems. Hence, Arvast 5 MG Tablet is used to prevent the risk of a heart attack.
Prevention of stroke
Stoke is a condition that occurs due to insufficient blood supply to your brain. Deposition of unwanted fats may cause narrowing of the blood vessels carrying the blood to your brain. This may cause obstruction in blood flow and increase the risk of stroke. Hence, Arvast 5 MG Tablet is used to reduce the incidence of stroke by reducing the cholesterol level in your blood.