Vass 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.10 (3 x 10: ৳ 363.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 121.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Atorvastatin calcium |
| Company | Sandoz a novartis division |
| Also available as |
Title
Vass 10 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Health
- Pharmaceutical
Description
Vass 10 mg Tablet is a selective inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase used to reduce elevated total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, apolipoprotein B, and triglycerides levels.
Indication
- Reduction of total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in patients with heterozygous and homozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia
- Treatment of patients with elevated serum triglyceride levels in hypertriglyceridaemia
Pharmacology
- Mode of action: Selective inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase
- Absorption: Rapidly absorbed after oral administration
- Metabolism: Extensively metabolized to ortho- and parahydroxylated derivatives
- Excretion: Eliminated primarily in bile
Dosage administration
- Adults: Usually 10 mg once daily; may be increased to max. 80 mg once daily
- Children: 10-20 mg once daily for children aged 10-18 years
Interactions
- Cyclosporine
- Fibric acid derivatives
- Niacin
- Erythromycin
- Azole antifungals
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the medication
- Active liver disease
- History of serious adverse reaction to prior administration of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors
Side effects
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Dyspepsia
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Back pain
- Rash
- Myalgia
Pregnancy lactation
- Pregnancy: Contraindicated, may cause congenital anomalies
- Lactation: Excretion in human milk, contraindicated during breastfeeding
Precautions warnings
- Liver function tests should be performed before initiation of treatment
- Use with caution in patients with a history of liver disease
Special populations
- Geriatric: Plasma concentrations are higher in elderly subjects
- Pediatric: Pharmacokinetic data not available
- Renal insufficiency: No influence on plasma concentrations
- Hepatic insufficiency: Markedly increased plasma concentrations in patients with chronic alcoholic liver disease
Overdose effects
Specific treatment not available, should be treated symptomatically and supportive measures instituted
Therapeutic class
- Other Anti-anginal & Anti-ischaemic drugs
- Statins
Storage conditions
Keep in a dry place away from light and heat, keep out of the reach of children
Chemical structure
Molecular Formula: C33H35FN2O5
Common questions
- What is Vass 10 mg Tablet?: Selective inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase for heart attack prevention and treatment of hypercholesterolemia
- How should I take Vass 10 mg Tablet?: Oral administration once daily, with or without food
- What are the uses of Vass 10 mg Tablet?: Treatment of Mixed Dyslipidemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, and Primary Hypercholesterolemia
- What are the Side Effects of Vass 10 mg Tablet?: Constipation, flatulence, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, cough, muscle pain
- What are the instructions for storage and disposal Vass 10 mg Tablet?: Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct light, keep away from children and pets
- Is Vass 10 mg Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?: Yes, it helps in lowering cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood
- Will taking Vass 10 mg Tablet increase my risk of diabetes?: It may slightly affect blood sugar levels, regular monitoring is important
- For how long do I need to take Vass 10 mg Tablet? Is it safe for long-term use?: Finish the full course, considered safe for long-term use if taken as directed
- Does Vass 10 mg Tablet cause weight loss?: No studies report weight loss as a side effect
- Can I stop taking Vass 10 mg Tablet?: Do not stop without informing your doctor
- Does Vass 10 mg Tablet cause memory loss?: Very rare side effect, consult a doctor if experienced
- Does Vass 10 mg Tablet make you tired?: May cause tiredness, exact reason unknown
- Can Vass 10 mg Tablet be prescribed to children?: For adults and children above 10 years, caution must be exercised