RVN 5 mg (Tablet)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Rosuvastatin calcium |
| Company | Silco pharmaceutical ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
RVN 5 mg Tablet
Categories
- Medicine
- Health & Wellness
Description
Rosuvastatin is a selective and competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase, prescribed for various conditions related to cholesterol and triglyceride levels. It increases hepatic LDL receptors, inhibits hepatic synthesis of VLDL, and is used to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. It is available in 5 mg and 10 mg tablets.
DosageAndAdministration
- Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia in Pediatric Patients (10 to 17 years of age): 5-20 mg/day; max 20 mg/day
- Very High Cholesterol and High Risk of Ml or Stroke: 40 mg once daily
- Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia: 20 mg once daily
- Dosage in Asian Patients: Initiation with 5 mg once daily recommended
- Use with Cyclosporine, Lopinavir/Ritonavir or Atazanavir/Ritonavir: Limited dosing for certain combinations
Interaction
- Cyclosporine: Increases RVN exposure
- Gemfibrosil: Combination should be avoided
- Lopinavir/Ritonavir or atazanavir/ritonavir: Increase RVN exposure
- Coumarin anticoagulants: Prolongs international normalized ratio (INR)
- Concomitant lipid-lowering therapies: May increase risk of skeletal muscle effects
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to product components
- Liver disease
- Pregnant or nursing women
SideEffects
- Headache
- Myalgia
- Constipation
- Asthenia
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
PregnancyAndLactation
Administered to women of childbearing age only when unlikely to conceive; should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy occurs
PrecautionsAndWarnings
Prescribed with caution in patients with predisposing factors for myopathy; therapy should be discontinued if markedly elevated creatinine kinase levels occur
OverdoseEffects
No specific treatment; patient should be treated symptomatically and supportive measures instituted as required
TherapeuticClass
- Other Anti-anginal & Anti-ischaemic drugs
- Statins
StorageConditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, protected from light & moisture
ChemicalStructure
- Molecular Formula: C22H28FN3O6S
QuestionsAndAnswers
- What is RVN 5 mg Tablet?: HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor drug for lowering cholesterol and triglycerides
- What are the uses of RVN 5 mg Tablet?: Useful for Hyperlipidemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Type 3 Hyperlipoproteinemia, and Stroke
- What are the side effects of RVN 5 mg Tablet?: Muscle pain, Weakness, Headache, Abdominal pain
- For how long should I take RVN 5 mg Tablet?: Follow doctor’s instructions for duration
- Does RVN 5 mg Tablet cause weight gain?: Very rare side effect
- Does RVN 5 mg Tablet make you tired?: Common side effect
- Should RVN 5 mg Tablet be taken at night?: Not mandatory, follow doctor's instructions
- What foods should be avoided when taking RVN 5 mg Tablet?: Avoid junk food and high-calorie foods
- How do I know whether RVN 5 mg Tablet is beneficial for me or not?: Notice improvement in condition
- Can RVN 5 mg Tablet cause memory loss?: Very unusual side effect
- Is it true that RVN 5 mg Tablet can cause diabetes?: Enhances risk factor if at higher risk, monitor blood sugar level regularly
- Can I take alcohol with RVN 5 mg Tablet?: Avoid during treatment