Pivasta 2 Tablet
Rs.214for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Pivasta Tablet
alcohol interaction for Pivasta Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Pivasta Tablet
lactation interaction for Pivasta Tablet
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Pivasta 2 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pivasta 2 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Pivasta 2 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Pivasta 2 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR Pivasta 2mg Tablet
Pitavastatin(2mg)
Pivasta tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of heart attack and stroke.
How pivasta tablet works
Pivasta 2 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Common side effects of pivasta tablet
Constipation, Muscle pain, Back pain, Diarrhea, Headache, Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood, Increased glucose level in blood, Joint pain, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Pain in extremity, Influenza, Hypersensitivity, Increased transaminase level in blood, Muscle damage, Rhabdomyolysis
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Expert advice FOR Pivasta Tablet
- It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day.
- It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and a low-fat diet to lower the levels of fat in the blood.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Pitavastatin may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
- Do not take Pitavastatin if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Pivasta 2mg Tablet
Pitavastatin
Q. What is Pivasta 2 Tablet used for?
Pivasta 2 Tablet is used along with a healthy diet and exercise to reduce bad cholesterol and increase the amount of good cholesterol in the blood. It belongs to a class of medicines called statins that lower the cholesterol in the blood. It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the liver in order to decrease the amount of cholesterol that accumulates on the walls of the arteries. Improving the levels of cholesterol in the blood helps to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke.
Q. What is the most important thing I should be aware of while using Pivasta 2 Tablet?
If you notice unexplained muscle pain or weakness, particularly if accompanied by malaise or fever, you should immediately consult your doctor. Pivasta 2 Tablet should be discontinued immediately as these could be signs of serious side effects of Pivasta 2 Tablet. Similarly, if you experience tiredness, loss of appetite, dark urine or yellowish discoloration of skin, consult your doctor who will suggest whether to continue or discontinue Pivasta 2 Tablet.
Q. Can I take Pivasta 2 Tablet if I have liver disease or if my liver enzymes are raised?
No, you should not take Pivasta 2 Tablet if you have active liver disease and if your liver enzymes are increased. Taking Pivasta 2 Tablet will further deteriorate your liver condition.