Nectavas 2mg Tablet

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Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

Nectavas 2mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.

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General Information

Contains

Pitavastatin (2mg)

Marketer

Nectazen Pharmaceuticals

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Product introduction

Nectavas 2mg Tablet is regarded as safe for long-term use. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels, making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.

It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.

Common side effects of this medicine include muscle pain, back pain, diarrhea, constipation, and pain in extremity. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.

This medicine should not be used in conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.

Uses of Nectavas Tablet

High cholesterol
High triglycerides
Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Benefits of Nectavas Tablet

Prevention of heart attack and stroke
High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis) and put you at risk of having a stroke or heart disease. Lowering the amount of this fat reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.

Side effects of Nectavas Tablet

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 Nectavas

Constipation
Muscle pain
Back pain
Diarrhea
Pain in extremity

How to use Nectavas Tablet

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. Nectavas 2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Nectavas Tablet works

Nectavas 2mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).

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Quick tips

It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day.
It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and a low-fat diet to lower the levels of fat in the blood.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Nectavas 2mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
Do not take Nectavas 2mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Nectavas 2mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Nectavas 2mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Nectavas 2mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Nectavas 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Nectavas 2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Nectavas with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Life-threatening

Ciclosporin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Pitavastatin with Ciclosporin. Ciclosporin may raise blood levels of Pitavastatin.

Life-threatening

Ciclosporin (Injection Route)

Do not consume Pitavastatin with Ciclosporin. Ciclosporin may raise blood levels of Pitavastatin.

Severe

Bezafibrate (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Pitavastatin accordingly.

Severe

Nicotinic acid (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle aches, tenderness, cramps, stiffness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.

Moderate

Colchicine (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness during the simultaneous use of these medicines.

Frequently asked questions

What is Nectavas 2mg Tablet used for?

Nectavas 2mg Tablet is used along with a healthy diet and exercise to reduce bad cholesterol and increase the amount of good cholesterol in the blood. It belongs to a class of medicines called statins that lower the cholesterol in the blood. It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the liver in order to decrease the amount of cholesterol that accumulates on the walls of the arteries. Improving the levels of cholesterol in the blood helps to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke.

What is the most important thing I should be aware of while using Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

If you notice unexplained muscle pain or weakness, particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever, you should immediately consult your doctor. Nectavas 2mg Tablet should be discontinued immediately as these could be signs of serious side effects of Nectavas 2mg Tablet. Similarly, if you experience tiredness, loss of appetite, dark urine or yellowish discoloration of skin, consult your doctor who will suggest whether to continue or discontinue Nectavas 2mg Tablet.

Can I take Nectavas 2mg Tablet if I have liver disease or if my liver enzymes are raised?

No, you should not take Nectavas 2mg Tablet if you have active liver disease and if your liver enzymes are increased. Taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet will further deteriorate your liver condition.

Will taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet increase my risk of diabetes?

Yes, taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet may further increase the risk if you are already at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This is because Nectavas 2mg Tablet like other statins may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Hence, regular checking and monitoring of blood sugar levels are important if you already have diabetes, especially during the first few months.

Is it safe to take Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

Yes, Nectavas 2mg Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by the doctor and if the doctor’s instructions are followed. The side effects of this medicine are few and do not occur in everyone.

For how long should I take Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

You may need to take Nectavas 2mg Tablet for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only until you are taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet. Stopping Nectavas 2mg Tablet without starting a different treatment may increase your cholesterol levels again. This medicine has only a few side effects and is usually considered safe if taken as directed by the doctor.

What foods should be avoided when taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

Nectavas 2mg Tablet is used to decrease your blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, to seek the best results of this medicine, you should avoid foods which are high in calories like fried food and junk food. It is recommended to eat a low-fat and low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all the exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.

Does Nectavas 2mg Tablet cause hair loss?

No, hair loss has not been reported with the use of Nectavas 2mg Tablet. If you are experiencing hair loss then it could be due to some other medicine that you are taking or because of some other condition.

Does Nectavas 2mg Tablet make you tired?

Yes, Nectavas 2mg Tablet can make you feel tired. This is because they reduce the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind the phenomenon is unknown and needs more research. Tiredness usually occurs after exertion. Generalized fatigue is more often seen in people with heart disease or in those suffering from liver illness. Nectavas 2mg Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet.

Can I take alcohol with Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

No. It is not advised to take alcohol with Nectavas 2mg Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in triglyceride levels if Nectavas 2mg Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised, not to take Nectavas 2mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. They should also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylquinolines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)

Related lab tests

Cholesterol - HDL

Cholesterol - LDL

Cholesterol - Total

Triglycerides

References

Bersot TP. Drug Therapy for Hypercholesterolemia and Dyslipidemia. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 892-98.
Gotto AM Jr, Opie LH. Lipid-Modifying Antiatherosclerotic Drugs. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 422.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1128-29.
Pitavastatin. Cincinnati, Ohio: Patheon Inc.; 2009. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Nectavas Tablet

Benefits of Nectavas Tablet

Side effects of Nectavas Tablet

How to use Nectavas Tablet

How Nectavas Tablet works

All substitutes for Nectavas 2mg Tablet

PivastA 2 Tablet

Pitatab 2 Tablet

Pitmed 2 Tablet

Pitsafe 2 Tablet

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Ciclosporin (Oral Route)

Ciclosporin (Injection Route)

Bezafibrate (Oral Route)

Nicotinic acid (Oral Route)

Colchicine (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Nectavas 2mg Tablet used for?

What is the most important thing I should be aware of while using Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

Can I take Nectavas 2mg Tablet if I have liver disease or if my liver enzymes are raised?

Will taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet increase my risk of diabetes?

Is it safe to take Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

For how long should I take Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

What foods should be avoided when taking Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

Does Nectavas 2mg Tablet cause hair loss?

Does Nectavas 2mg Tablet make you tired?

Can I take alcohol with Nectavas 2mg Tablet?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Cholesterol - HDL

Cholesterol - LDL

Cholesterol - Total

Triglycerides

References

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