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Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule
Manufactured bySUN PHARMA LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsRosuvastatin (10 mg) + Clopidogrel (75 mg)
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Description
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is a combination of Rosuvastatin and Clopidogrel. It is used orally to reduce the level of bad cholesterol and fats in your body. High levels of cholesterols and fats increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. This medicine works by reducing the formation of cholesterols and fats in your body and decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots.
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule shows common side effects like stomach pain, indigestion, constipation and headache. Consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen. This medicine increases the risk of bleeding in the body, so be careful while using sharp objects or doing any work that has a risk of causing damage to the skin. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule may rarely cause serious side effects. While on treatment with this medication, notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes or skin. Consult your doctor at the earliest if you experience muscle pain or weakness, particularly if it is accompanied by fever.
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Take this medicine at the same time every day for ease of remembering and to avoid missing the dose. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course of treatment, even when you feel better.
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule can interact with other medications and health conditions. Share your entire medical history of kidney/liver problems, bleeding disorder etc. with your doctor. You should also let your doctor know about all other medicines you are taking as they may affect Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule
Muscle pain
Tenderness
Weakness
Headache
Joint pain
Acid or sour stomach
Diarrhoea
Excessive air or gas in stomach
Redness of the skin especially on the face and neck
White patches in the mouth or on the tongue
Difficulty in breathing
Blood in urine and stools
Change in taste
Loss of appetite
Constipation
Yellowing of skin and eyes
Uses of Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperlipidemia is a condition characterized by high levels of lipids in your blood. Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is used in this condition to lower down the lipid levels in your blood.
Hypertriglyceridemia
Hypertriglyceridemia is a condition characterized by elevated levels of triglycerides, a type of fat. Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is used in this condition to lower down the levels of fats in your blood.
Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia is a genetic disorder characterized by high cholesterol levels. Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is used to lower the cholesterol levels in your body.
Prevention of cardiovascular diseases
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is used to reduce the risk of heart attacks by reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in your blood. High cholesterol levels get accumulated in your blood vessels (coronary artery) and narrow or block the blood vessels leading to the interrupted blood supply to your heart.
Prevention of Stroke
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is used to reduce the risk of stroke by reducing the levels of bad cholesterol in your blood. A stroke occurs when a blockage in the blood vessels interrupt or reduces blood supply to your brain. It can also occur when high cholesterol levels get accumulated in your blood vessels (carotid artery) and narrows or blocks the blood vessels leading to the interrupted blood supply to your brain.
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is used in the treatment of peripheral artery disease. In this condition, there is a blockage of the blood vessels (that carry blood to limbs) due to the accumulation of cholesterol or blood clot.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule may start to show its action within 1 hour of taking it orally. However, it can take up to few days to weeks to make you feel better.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule may remain active in the body for about 24 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule has no habit-forming tendency.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is not recommended if you are pregnant as it may potentially harm your foetus. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule pass into the breastmilk. This may harm your infant. Discontinue breastfeeding while on Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule treatment. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid taking Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Active liver disease
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is broken down in the liver. The presence of liver problems may lead to the accumulation of this medicine in your liver. This accumulation may worsen the liver condition. Hence, Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is not recommended for use if you have active liver problems.
Bleeding disorder
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is not recommended for use if you have a known history of peptic ulcer(s) or any bleeding disorders due to the increased risk of bleeding.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is not recommended if you are pregnant as it may potentially harm your foetus. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule pass into the breastmilk. This may harm your infant. Discontinue breastfeeding while on Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule treatment. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Cognitive impairment
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule may cause forgetfulness, memory loss, confusion, etc. in some people. These side effects are reversible and usually disappear once the medicine is discontinued.
Myopathy and Rhabdomyolysis
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule may cause myopathy (muscle pain) and rhabdomyolysis (a very serious condition in which damaged muscle fibres enter the bloodstream, leading to kidney failure) in some people, a condition that can be harmful. This may cause symptoms such as severe tiredness and weakness. This risk is especially higher in the elderly and in people with active muscle disorders.
Alcohol consumption
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule may cause liver and kidney injuries in people consuming alcohol very frequently and in large quantities. Hence, consumption of alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine.
Discontinuation of Clopidogrel
Stopping the use of Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule suddenly may increase the risk of heart problems. If treatment is interrupted in conditions like surgery or bleeding, it should be restarted as soon as possible.
Use in pediatrics
Since the safety and efficacy of Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule use are not clinically established, this medicine may be used in children below 18 years of age only under the close supervision of the doctor.
This medicine is not recommended for use in children below six years of age.
Missed Dose
If you forget to take a Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule dose, make sure that you remember to take your next dose on time. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.
Overdose
Never take Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Leflunomide
Atazanavir
Gemfibrozil
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Warfarin
Disease interactions
Diabetes
Be cautious while taking Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule if you are diabetic. This medicine may alter your blood sugar levels. Your doctor may advise you to monitor the blood sugar levels frequently while you are on Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule.
Rhabdomyolysis
Be cautious while taking Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule if you have rhabdomyolysis. Rhabdomyolysis is a very serious condition in which damaged muscle fibres enter the bloodstream, leading to kidney failure.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule orally with food to avoid an upset stomach.
It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects.
Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin.
Notify your doctor if you experience muscle pain or weakness, particularly if accompanied by fever.
Let your doctor know that you are taking Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule before undergoing any surgical procedure.
Do not open, crush or chew the capsule in your mouth.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Rosuvas CV 10 Capsule is a combination of Rosuvastatin and Clopidogrel.
Rosuvastatin reduces the production of cholesterol from the liver and reduces the levels of VLDL and LDL in the blood.
Clopidogrel works by preventing the formation of clots in blood vessels and helps in free blood flow.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Statins, Antiplatelet agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 10 Nov 2021
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