Arvast 30 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Arvast 30 Tablet Information

Arvast 30 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Arvast 30 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Arvast 30 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Arvast 30 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Arvast 30 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Arvast 30 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Arvast 30 Tablet related warnings talks about Arvast 30 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Arvast 30 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Arvast 30 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Arvast 30 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Arvast 30 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Arvast Benefits & Uses
Arvast Dosage & How to Take
Arvast Side Effects
Arvast Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Arvast with Other Drugs
Arvast Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Arvast
Arvast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Arvast 30 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Arvast 30 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Arvast 30 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 40 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 5 - 40 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 5 - 20 mg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage Range: 5 - 10 mg

Arvast 30 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Arvast 30 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Arvast shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Arvast 30 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Arvast may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Arvast 30 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Arvast. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Arvast 30 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Arvast. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Arvast only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Arvast 30 Tablet on the Heart?

Arvast is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Arvast 30 Tablet with Other Drugs

Arvast 30 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cyclosporin

Niacin

Colchicine

Gemfibrozil

Moderate

Warfarin

Mild

Ethinyl Estradiol

Arvast 30 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arvast 30 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Alcoholism
Hypothyroidism
Trauma
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Arvast 30 Tablet

Is this Arvast 30 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Arvast 30 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Arvast 30 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Arvast 30 Tablet only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Arvast 30 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Arvast 30 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arvast 30 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Arvast 30 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Arvast 30 Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Arvast 30 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Arvast 30 Tablet

Question about 6 years ago

What is Arvast?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Arvast is a brand name of rosuvastatin 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Arvast work?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Arvast works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Arvast cause weight gain?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Arvast cause hair loss?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, use of Arvast does not cause hair loss in the patients who are taking it. However, if you notice any unusual hair loss then consult it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Arvast cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Arvast has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.