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Avitop is a prescription drug, used in the treatment of dyslipidemia and prevention of cardiovascular events. Avitop contains the main ingredient rosuvastatin (as rosuvastatin calcium).
1. Information about the drug Avitop 40mg
Avitop 40mg drug is in the form of film coated tablets.
Each film-coated tablet contains:
Active ingredients: Rosuvastatin 40mg (as rosuvastatin calcium). Excipients: Colloidal anhydrous silica, Magnesium stearate, Crosscarmelose sodium, Microcrystalline cellulose, Opadiyamnans light pink 85G54159, Lactose anhydrous and Carnauba wax.
2. Uses of Avitop 40mg
Avitop 40mg is now commonly used to:
Dietary supplements to help reduce total cholesterol, ApoB, LDL - C, non-HDL-C, triglycerides and increase HDL - C in people with high cholesterol - primary blood. Treatment of dyslipidemia - mixed blood. Support treatment for people with increased levels of triglycerides (Fredrickson infection IV). Treatment is helpful in reducing total cholesterol, ApoB and LDL-C in patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. Support lipid-lowering treatment - other blood.
3. Contraindications to using Avitop 40mg
Avitop 40mg drug is contraindicated for use in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to the components of the preparation. Pregnant and lactating women. Patients with advanced liver disease or in the presence of persistent elevations of serum transaminases. Caution should be exercised when using Avitop 40mg in the following cases:
Patients with risk factors for muscle damage. Myopathy/rhabdomyolysis. Driving and operating machinery.
4. Dosage instructions for Avitop 40mg
Avitop 40mg is taken orally. Specific dosage is as follows:
Starting dose: From 5 -10mg. 1 time a day. Then, if necessary, adjust the dose according to the needs and response of each disease. Each dose increase should be spaced approximately 4 weeks apart. It is necessary to carefully monitor the drug for adverse reactions with the muscle system.
For patients with renal failure, the dose of Avitop 40mg drug:
In case of creatinine clearance 30 - 60 ml/min: Initial dose is 5mg/day, maximum 20mg/time/day. In case of creatinine clearance less than 30 ml/min: Contraindicated or maximum dose 10mg/time/day. In case you miss a dose of Avitop 40mg, you should take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take a new dose.
In case of overdose of Avitop 40mg, it is necessary to stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
5. Side effects of Avitop 40mg
Some unwanted side effects may occur when taking Avitop 40mg drug including: Constipation, muscle pain, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain... In addition, you may also have:
Systemic disorders immunity, however rare. Nervous system disorders with symptoms of headache, dizziness. Digestive system disorders with manifestations of constipation, nausea, abdominal pain. Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders manifesting as pruritus, rash and urticaria. Musculoskeletal, connective tissue and bone disorders with myalgia. Rarely, myopathy, rhabdomyolysis. The most common generalized disorder is debilitating. When experiencing unwanted side effects, it is necessary to immediately stop Avitop 40mg and notify the doctor for timely treatment.
6. Avitop 40mg drug interactions
Avitop 40mg drug can interact with types such as: Gemfibrozil; protease inhibitors; CYP 3A4; Ketoconazole; Erythromycin; Itraconazole; Fluconazole; Cyclosporine...
7. How to deal with overdose and missed dose Avitop 40mg You need to take the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor to avoid overdose. When experiencing symptoms of overdose when using Avitop 40mg, it is necessary to stop the drug and immediately go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
In case you miss a dose of Avitop 40mg, you should take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take a new dose.
Above is all information about Avitop 40mg drug, you need to read the instructions for use carefully, consult your doctor/pharmacist before use. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy drugs to treat at home because there may be unwanted side effects.
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