Divastin 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (2 x 14: ৳ 336.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 168.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Atorvastatin calcium |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Divastin 10 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Healthcare
- Pharmaceuticals
Description
- Adjunct to diet to reduce cholesterol levels
- Pharmacological inhibition of HMG-CoA reductase
- Dosage and administration guidelines
- Interactions with other medications
- Contraindications for usage
- Potential side effects and precautions
- Pregnancy and lactation considerations
- Special population uses and implications
- Storage conditions
- Chemical structure information
- Common questions and quick tips
Dimensions
- Standard tablet size
Color options
Functions
- Reduction of total cholesterol levels
- Lowering LDL cholesterol levels
- Treatment of familial hypercholesterolaemia
- Prevention of cardiovascular events
- Selective inhibition of HMG-CoA reductase
- Enhanced uptake and catabolism of LDL cholesterol
Materials
- Atorvastatin
Technical specifications
- Rapid oral absorption
- High plasma protein binding
- Metabolism by cytochrome P450 3A4
- Bile elimination
- Long plasma elimination half-life
Design elements
- Selective inhibitor drug class
- Chemical structure image
Usability features
- Once daily dosing
- Can be taken with or without food
- Suitable for adult and pediatric usage
- Safe for long-term usage
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to components
- Active liver disease
- Unexplained elevations in serum transaminases
Side effects
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Dyspepsia
- Abdominal pain
- Infection
- Headache
- Back pain
- Rash
- Asthenia
- Arthralgia
- Myalgia
Pregnancy lactation
- Contraindicated during pregnancy
- Unknown excretion in human milk
- Potential for adverse fetal effects
Precautions warnings
- Liver function test monitoring
- Caution with alcohol consumption
- Discontinuation on elevated CPK levels or myopathy diagnosis
Special populations
- Elevated plasma concentrations in elderly subjects
- Comparable effects in men and women
- No dose adjustment for renal insufficiency
- Increased plasma concentrations in hepatic insufficiency
Overdose effects
- No specific treatment available
- Symptomatic treatment recommended
- Liver function and serum CK monitoring
Storage conditions
- Dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
Therapeutic class
- Other Anti-anginal & Anti-ischaemic drugs
- Statins
Common questions
- What is Divastin 10 mg Tablet?: Selective inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase for cholesterol reduction
- How should I take Divastin 10 mg Tablet?: Orally once daily, with or without food
- What are the uses of Divastin 10 mg Tablet?: Treatment of various cholesterol-related conditions
- What are the Side Effects of Divastin 10 mg Tablet?: Includes cough, muscle pain, breathing difficulty, running nose
- What are the instructions for storage and disposal Divastin 10 mg Tablet?: Storage at room temperature away from heat and light, out of reach of children and pets
- Is Divastin 10 mg Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?: Yes, it is a cholesterol-lowering medication
- Will taking Divastin 10 mg Tablet increase my risk of diabetes?: Potential increase, requires blood sugar level monitoring
- For how long do I need to take Divastin 10 mg Tablet? Is it safe for long-term use?: Should be taken for prescribed duration, considered safe for long-term use with proper adherence
- Does Divastin 10 mg Tablet cause weight loss?: Not a reported side effect, unusual if experienced
- Can I stop taking Divastin 10 mg Tablet?: Should not be stopped without doctor's advice
- Does Divastin 10 mg Tablet cause memory loss?: Very rare side effect, requires doctor consultation if experienced
- Does Divastin 10 mg Tablet make you tired?: Can cause fatigue, underlying reason unknown
- Can Divastin 10 mg Tablet be prescribed to children?: Suitable for use in children above 10 years with caution
- Is Divastin 10 mg Tablet a blood thinner?: No, it does not cause blood thinning