Avas D: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Avas D Information

Avas D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Avas D also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Avas D is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Avas D include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Avas D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Avas D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Avas D's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Avas D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Avas D related warnings section.

Avas D can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Avas D in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Avas D have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Avas D may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Avas D is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Avas D Benefits & Uses

Avas D is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Avas D 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Atorvastatin (10 mg) Vitamin D3 (1000 IU)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Atorvastatin (20 mg) Vitamin D3 (1000 IU)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Atorvastatin (20 mg) Vitamin D3 (1000 IU)/Tablet, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Avas D Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avas D is used -

Moderate

Memory problems
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)

Mild

Musculoskeletal Disorders
Allergic reaction
Nausea or vomiting
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
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Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Irritability
Weakness
Photophobia

Common

Headache
Nasopharyngitis
Diarrhoea
Increased Glucose level in the blood
Joint Swelling

Unknown

Hypertension

Avas D Related Warnings

Is the use of Avas D safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Avas D without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Avas D safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Avas D.
What is the effect of Avas D on the Kidneys?

Avas D is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Avas D on the Liver?

Avas D is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Avas D on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Avas D for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Avas D with Other Drugs

Avas D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Avas D Contraindications

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

Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma
Arrhythmia
Dehydration
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Avas D

Is this Avas D habit forming or addictive?

Avas D is not addictive in nature.

Avas D Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Avas D

Some foods when eaten with Avas D can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Avas D

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Avas D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Avas D

Question over 5 years ago

Does Avas D cause hair loss?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Avas D 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Avas D cause diabetes?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Avas D does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Avas D might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Avas D?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Avas D comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Avas D?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Avas D 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Avas D work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Avas D 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