Arvast-CF 5 Capsule DR
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Fenofibrate (135mg) + Rosuvastatin (5mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
User Rating | 4.2 |
User Reviews | 521 |
FAQ
Arvast-CF 5 Capsule DR Reviews
Arvast-CF 5 can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at the same time each day. This will help you remember to take it. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depending on your lipid levels and how you respond to this medicine. Most people with high cholesterol and triglyceride do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your lipid levels, making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your cholesterol and triglyceride levels (lipid profile) checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy low-fat diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Nausea, stomach pain, constipation, headache, flatulence (excessive gas), and muscle pain are some of the common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes, unusual bleeding or bruising, or get repeated, severe, or unexplained muscle pains. You may be advised to get your liver function tested periodically while taking this medicine.
This medicine should not be used in conditions such as liver disease (eg. abnormal blood tests for liver function, persistent yellowness of eyes, etc.). Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney-related problems or if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.
How Arvast-CF 5 Capsule DR Works
How to Use Arvast-CF 5 Capsule DR
Benefits of Arvast-CF 5 Capsule DR
- In Prevention of Heart attack: High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis) and put you at risk of having a stroke or heart disease. By lowering the amount of this fat, Arvast-CF 5 reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.
- In Treatment of High cholesterol: Arvast-CF 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines that work by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer.Take Arvast-CF 5 regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Uses of Arvast-CF 5 Capsule DR
- Treatment of High cholesterol
- Prevention of Heart attack
Arvast-CF 5 Capsule DR Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Arvast-CF 5 is a combination of two medicines that provides better control over high cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
- It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.
- Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if accompanied with fever.
- Avoid alcohol consumption (includes wine, beer, and liquor).
- It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
- Do not discontinue Arvast-CF 5 without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.
- Notify your doctor if you experience stomach pain, loss of hunger, a sick feeling or dark urine.
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