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Avas CV is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avas CV is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Avas CV safe for pregnant women?
Avas CV can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Avas CV right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Avas CV safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Avas CV as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Avas CV on the Kidneys?
Avas CV may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Avas CV on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Avas CV. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Avas CV only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Avas CV on the Heart?
Avas CV may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Avas CV should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avas CV unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Avas CV habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Avas CV is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Avas CV
When consumed with certain foods, Avas CV may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Avas CV
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Avas CV.
No, Avas CV is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Avas CV might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Yes, Avas CV can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
Avas CV is a brand name of atorvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.
No, use of Avas CV does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
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