Revostat FB Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
Active Ingredient Fenofibrate (160mg) + Rosuvastatin (10mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
User Rating4.2
User Reviews636

FAQ

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Can the use of Revostat FB cause liver damage?
Revostat FB contains Rosuvastatin and Fenofibrate. A very rare (1 in 10000 patient) side effect of this medicine is liver damage. Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes, or abnormal liver enzymes.
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What lifestyle changes should I adopt while taking Revostat FB?
Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Revostat FB. Stop smoking, as smoking lowers your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and decrease your risk of heart attack.
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Can the use of Revostat FB cause muscle pain?
Yes, Revostat FB may cause muscle pain due to muscle injury. However, this side effect does not occur in everybody. Talk to your doctor as soon as possible if you are experiencing symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness.
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What medicines should I avoid while taking Revostat FB?
Revostat FB can interact with several medicines and can cause serious problems. Talk to your doctor and inform him about using Revostat FB before taking any prescription or non-prescription medicine.
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What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Revostat FB?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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What if you forget to take Revostat FB?
If you miss a dose of Revostat FB, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Revostat FB Tablet Reviews

Revostat FB is a combination of two lipids (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower the levels of lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when lifestyle changes (eg. low-fat diet) on their own have failed. This medicine helps to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Revostat FB 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 Revostat FB Tablet Works

Revostat FB is a combination of two lipid-lowering medicines: Fenofibrate and Rosuvastatin. Fenofibrate works by lowering the levels of triglycerides in your blood, while Rosuvastatin prevents your body from making "bad" cholesterol (LDL). Both raise the levels of “good” cholesterol (HDL).

How to Use Revostat FB Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Revostat FB may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Revostat FB Tablet

  • In Treatment of High cholesterol: Revostat FB 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 Revostat FB 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.
  • 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, Revostat FB reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.

Uses of Revostat FB Tablet

  • Treatment of High cholesterol
  • Prevention of Heart attack

Revostat FB Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Revostat FB.
Driving  SAFE
Revostat FB does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Liver  CAUTION
Revostat FB should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Revostat FB may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Revostat FB is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Revostat FB is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Kidney  CAUTION
Revostat FB should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Revostat FB may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Revostat FB is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Pregnancy  UNSAFE
Revostat FB 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.

Quick Tips

  • It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.
  • Revostat FB is a combination of two medicines that provides better control over high cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption (includes wine, beer, and liquor).
  • Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if accompanied with fever.
  • Do not discontinue Revostat FB without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.
  • It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
  • Notify your doctor if you experience stomach pain, loss of hunger, a sick feeling or dark urine.

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