Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule : Uses, Price, Side Effects, Composition, Substitutes, Precautions and Advice - Micro Labs Ltd | strip of 10 capsules

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Composition for Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule

Atorvastatin (10mg), Aspirin(ASA) (75mg)

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Primarily used for

Increased cholesterol levels in blood, Fever, Increased triglycerides levels in blood

Potentiallyunsafewith

Alcohol

Pregnancy

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In Depth Information

Patient Concerns

Medicine Overview of Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule

Uses of Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin is used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels in blood, increased triglycerides levels in blood and increased LDL levels in blood.

Side effects of Atorvastatin

Common

Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Allergic reaction, Headache, Nausea, Dyspepsia, Nasopharyngitis, Increased liver enzymes, Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood, Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Constipation, Joint swelling, Increased glucose level in blood.

How to use Atorvastatin

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule works

Atorvastatin is a cholesterol-lowering medicine (statins). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Uses of Aspirin(ASA)

Aspirin(ASA) is used in fever, headache, arthralgia, myalgia, dental pain, post operative pain, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and rheumatic fever.
It also prevents recurrence of heart attack and stroke.

Side effects of Aspirin(ASA)

Common

Gastrointestinal irritation, Nausea, Vomiting, Dyspepsia, Gastritis, Bleeding disorder, Reduced blood platelets, Gastric erosion, Gastric ulcer.

How to use Aspirin(ASA)

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule works

Aspirin(asa) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain, swelling, and blood clots.

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Expert advice for Atorvastatin

Inform your doctor if you have muscle pain, cramps, weekness, tiredness or dark coloured urine while taking Atorvastatin.
Atorvastatin may increase blood sugar levels. Your doctor may ask to monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Inform your doctor if you regularly drink a large amount of alcohol.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Expert advice for Aspirin(ASA)

It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.
Aspirin(ASA) should not be used if you ever had an ulcer in your stomach or small intestine.
Aspirin(ASA) may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice black stools or cough up blood (however small the amount).
Aspirin(ASA) should not be used in children aged under 16 years.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Warnings

Special precautions for Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule

Alcohol

CAUTION

Taking Atorvastatin with alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage....

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Pregnancy

CAUTION

Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy....

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Kidney

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Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor....

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Liver

CAUTION

Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor....

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Patient Concerns

Frequently asked questions for Aspivas 10 mg/75 mg Capsule

Frequently asked questions for Atorvastatin

Q. Is Atorvastatin used for lowering cholesterol?

Atorvastatin belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Atorvastatin can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.

Q. Is Atorvastatin diuretic?

Atorvastatin is not a diuretic. It is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Is Atorvastatin better than simvastatin and pravastatin?

Atorvastatin, simvastatin, and pravastatin belong to the same category of medications with similar action and similar side effects, but their effect may vary upon individual response. Always consult your doctor regarding its use.

Q. Can the use of Atorvastatin cause diabetes?

Diabetes has not been reported as a side effect of Atorvastatin. However, it may increase your blood sugar levels. So, it is very important that you monitor your blood sugar levels regularly if you are taking Atorvastatin. Also, share with your doctor if you have diabetes mellitus and you are advised to take Atorvastatin as your doctor will monitor you while you are taking this medicine.

Q. Can Atorvastatin lower the level of triglycerides?

Atorvastatin belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. Atorvastatin is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause weight loss?

Atorvastatin has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while you are taking Atorvastatin.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause erectile dysfunction?

Atorvastatin can cause erectile dysfunction although this side effect is not very clear. Please consult your doctor if you experience erectile dysfunction while you are taking Atorvastatin.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea is a common side effect of Atorvastatin. Please consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea after taking Atorvastatin as the dose of your medicine may need to be changed.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause memory loss?

Loss of memory is an uncommon side effect of Atorvastatin, which may affect up to 1 in 100 people. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of memory loss after taking Atorvastatin.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause frequent urination?

Atorvastatin has not been reported to cause frequent urination. Please consult your doctor if you experience increased urinary frequency after taking Atorvastatin.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause high blood pressure?

Atorvastatin has not been reported to cause high blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of high blood pressure while taking Atorvastatin.

Q. Is Atorvastatin a blood thinner?

Atorvastatin is not a blood thinner. Atorvastatin is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Is Atorvastatin safe to take?

Atorvastatin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Atorvastatin a beta blocker?

Atorvastatin is not a beta blocker. Atorvastatin is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Is Atorvastatin a controlled substance?

Atorvastatin is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA). Controlled substances are drugs that are strictly regulated to reduce the risk of abuse and illegal distribution. To determine the level of restriction placed on a particular controlled substance, five different categories (or "Schedules") are used. A controlled substance will belong to Schedule I, II, III, IV, or V, with Schedule V being the least restricted.

Q. Is Atorvastatin an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor?

Atorvastatin is not an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Atorvastatin is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with metformin?

Atorvastatin can be taken with metformin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with ibuprofen?

Atorvastatin can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with milk?

No information is available for the use of Atorvastatin with milk. However, it can be taken any time of the day, with or without food. Please consult your doctor.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with fenofibrate?

Both fenofibrate and Atorvastatin have similar effects and they may increase the effects of each other. Fenofibrate may also increase side effects like risk for rhabdomyolysis (condition in which damaged skeletal muscle breaks down rapidly). Monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with levothyroxine?

Atorvastatin can be taken with levothyroxine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with amlodipine?

Atorvastatin can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with erythromycin?

Erythromycin can increase the level or effect of Atorvastatin by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy). So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with metronidazole?

Metronidazole can increase the level or effect of Atorvastatin by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy) with Atorvastatin. So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Atorvastatin with clarithromycin?

Clarithromycin can increase the level or effect of Atorvastatin by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy) with Atorvastatin. So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause gas?

Flatulence (gas or wind) is one of the common side effects associated with the use of Atorvastatin. If you have any such symptom while taking the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Atorvastatin lower blood pressure?

Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering drug used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels and for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. However, a meta-analysis of different clinical trial shows that Atorvastatin has a small blood pressure lowering effect.

Q. Does Atorvastatin affect the liver?

Atorvastatin is associated rarely with hepatobiliary disorders. Its use is also linked with abnormal liver function test and hence a periodic test of the liver functions is recommended.

Q. Does Atorvastatin cause itching?

Atorvastatin use has been associated with urticaria (itching) and skin rash. If you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Atorvastatin thin blood?

Atorvastatin is not a blood-thinner. It is a lipid-lowering agent and acts by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase enzyme.

Q. What is Atorvastatin?

Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering drug which belongs to group of medications called statins (lipid-lowering agents) or HMG CoA reductase inhibitors. It acts by blocking the enzyme HMG CoA reductase and formation of cholesterol, thus, lowering the blood lipid levels.

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Frequently asked questions for Aspirin(ASA)

Q. Is Aspirin(ASA) an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug)?

Yes, Aspirin(ASA) is a NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). In low doses, it protects the heart and prevents heart attacks and stroke. In higher doses, it relieves mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation and is useful in arthritis, minor body aches, and pains and headache.

Q. Is Aspirin(ASA) a beta blocker?

No, Aspirin(ASA) is not a beta blocker. It is a NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). In low doses, it protects the heart and prevents heart attacks and stroke. In higher doses, it relieves mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation.

Q. Is Aspirin(ASA) good for a hangover headache?

No, Aspirin(ASA) should not be used for alcohol hangover/ hangover headache. Alcohol use cause damage to the stomach lining and use of aspirin along with can increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

Q. Is Aspirin(ASA) a blood thinner?

Yes, Aspirin(ASA) acts as a blood thinner. In low doses, it has antiplatelet action and it prevents the platelets from sticking together. This helps to decrease the risk of blood clot formation in blood vessels and provides protection from heart attack and stroke.

Q. Is Aspirin(ASA) beneficial in certain diseases of heart?

Yes, at low dose, Aspirin(ASA) is beneficial for patients who are at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. It is also advised after stent placement or coronary artery bypass. In low doses, it does not allow the platelets to stick together and decreases the risk of blood clot formation.

Q. Is Aspirin(ASA) good for hair growth?

No, Aspirin(ASA) is not known to play any role in hair growth. It is a NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). In low doses, it protects the heart and prevents heart attacks and stroke. In higher doses, it relieves mild to moderate pain, fever, and inflammation

Q. Is Aspirin(ASA) safe?

Aspirin(ASA) is safe to use in the doses as advised by the doctor, however, there are some common side effects associated with its use like nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, gastritis, bleeding disorder, decreased blood platelets, gastric erosion, and gastric ulcer.

Q. Can I take Aspirin(ASA) with Tamsulosin?

Aspirin(ASA) and Tamsulosin can be taken together. There are no known drug-drug interactions when they are used together.

Q. Can I take Aspirin(ASA) with famotidine?

Aspirin(ASA) can be taken with famotidine. Aspirin(ASA) is a pain killer and belongs to the group of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents) which can increase the gastric acid secretion and worsen stomach acidity, heartburn, and stomach ulcers and drugs like Famotidine are used to prevent and treat gastric problems caused by painkillers.

Q. Can I take fexofenadine with Aspirin(ASA)?

Yes, you can take fexofenadine with Aspirin(ASA). Fexofenadine is an anti-histaminic drug used for the treatment of allergic diseases and Aspirin(ASA) is a NSAID (non-steroidal inflammatory drug) and has antiplatelet action and helps to relieve pain, fever, and swelling. There are no reported drug interactions or harmful effects when they are used together.

Q. How is Aspirin(ASA) different from naproxen?

Both naproxen and Aspirin(ASA) belong to the same class of drugs known as NSAIDs ((non-steroidal inflammatory drugs). However, naproxen is better tolerated and more effective in relieving headache compared to Aspirin(ASA).

Q. Are Aspirin(ASA) and ASA (acetylsalicylic acid) the same?

Yes, Aspirin(ASA) and ASA (acetylsalicylic acid) are the names for the same medicine. Aspirin is called acetylsalicylic acid, as it is an acetyl derivative of the salicylic acid and is commonly abbreviated as ASA.

Q. Does Aspirin(ASA) cause H. pylori infection?

Aspirin(ASA) is not known to cause Helicobacter Pylori infection. However, its use in patients already having H. pylori infection can cause an increased risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding due to these ulcers.

Q. Can I take ibuprofen after Aspirin(ASA)?

It is advisable to not take ibuprofen with Aspirin(ASA). Your doctor can suggest an alternative. Ibuprofen can decrease the antiplatelet effect of Aspirin(ASA). When taken together, they can cause increased anticoagulation and potassium levels. Also, Aspirin(ASA) can increase the level of ibuprofen. If needed, take ibuprofen 8 hours before Aspirin(ASA) or 2 to 4 hours after.

Q. Can I take Aspirin(ASA) and clopidogrel together?

Yes, you can take Aspirin(ASA) and clopidogrel together. Fixed-dose combinations of clopidogrel and Aspirin(ASA) are available and effectively lowers the risk of heart attack and is used in patients after a coronary artery stent but it can increase the risk of bleeding.

Q. How and where is Aspirin(ASA) metabolized?

After oral intake, Aspirin(ASA) rapidly gets converted to salicylic acid, its major active circulating form. Both are primarily metabolized (broken down) in the liver to salicyluric acid and products like phenolic and acyl glucuronides and others. All metabolites are excreted through the kidneys.

Q. Why is Aspirin(ASA) contraindicated in patients with asthma?

Yes, use of Aspirin(ASA) is contraindicated in patients with asthma, rhinitis and nasal polyps. Aspirin(ASA) can cause allergic reactions like urticaria (raised, itchy, skin rashes), angioedema (swelling of skin and tissue under the skin), or bronchospasm (narrowing of the airway).

Q. Is there any interaction between Aspirin(ASA) and vitamin D?

No, drug-drug interactions or additional harmful effects have been reported when Aspirin(ASA) and vitamin D are used together.

Q. Is asacol Aspirin(ASA)?

No, asacol is not Aspirin(ASA). Asacol is 5-aminosalicylic acid and is used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis while Aspirin(ASA) is acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) and belongs to the group of pain killers.

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