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Unistar 5/75 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Unistar 5/75 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Unistar 5/75 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Unistar 5/75 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Unistar 5/75 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Unistar 5/75 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Unistar 5/75 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Unistar 5/75 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Unistar 5/75 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Unistar 5/75 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Unistar 5/75 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Unistar 5/75 Tablet 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
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Is the use of Unistar 5/75 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Unistar should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Unistar 5/75 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Unistar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Unistar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Unistar 5/75 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Unistar. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Unistar 5/75 Tablet on the Liver?
Unistar is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Unistar 5/75 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Unistar. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unistar 5/75 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unistar 5/75 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Unistar 5/75 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Unistar 5/75 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Unistar 5/75 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unistar 5/75 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Unistar 5/75 Tablet.
Yes, Unistar 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.
Unistar 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
Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Unistar. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Unistar does not interact with grapefruit products.
Unistar 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.
Yes, Unistar is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, dizziness, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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