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Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) related warnings section.
Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Avas has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Avas without medical advice.
Is the use of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Avas on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Avas. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Avas may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Avas has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10)
Taking Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10)
Taking Avas 5 Mg Tablet (10) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Avas 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
No, Avas does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Avas 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.
Yes, Avas is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, Avas 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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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