Athrovas HC Tablet
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Athrovas HC Tablet is a combination medicine that is used in the treatment of high homocysteine and cholesterol level. It prevents your body from making bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol. It also provides essential nutrition to the body.
Athrovas HC Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.
There is limited data on the side effects of Athrovas HC Tablet. Let your doctor know if you experience any symptoms that bother you or worsen while taking the medicine. They may be able to suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine is safe in patients of liver and kidney disease. Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using.
Uses of Athrovas HC Tablet
- High homocysteine and cholesterol level
Benefits of Athrovas HC Tablet
In High homocysteine and cholesterol level
Athrovas HC Tablet effectively reduces the high homocysteine as well as cholesterol levels in your body. Just like high cholesterol, high homocysteine levels can also contribute to formation of blood clots and cause damage to the blood vessels. High homocysteine levels usually indicate a deficiency of vitamin B-12 or folate. Athrovas HC Tablet contains vitamin B-12 supplements that help restore its normal levels. It also contains cholesterol lowering medicine that helps maintain the normal cholesterol level in our blood. Additionally, this medicine contains some nutritional supplements that enhance the overall health of an individual.
Lowering the amount of cholesterol and homocysteine, reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it 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.
Lowering the amount of cholesterol and homocysteine, reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it 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.
Side effects of Athrovas HC Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Athrovas HC
- Limited data available
How to use Athrovas HC 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. Athrovas HC Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How Athrovas HC Tablet works
Athrovas HC Tablet is a combination of five medicines: L-Methyl Folate , Methylcobalamin/Mecobalamin , Pyridoxal-5-phasphate , Rosuvastatin and Vitamin D3. Rosuvastatin is a lipid-lowering medicine which works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL). L-Methyl Folate , Methylcobalamin/Mecobalamin , Pyridoxal-5-phasphate and Vitamin D3 provide essential nutrients.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Athrovas HC Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Athrovas HC Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Athrovas HC Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Athrovas HC Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Athrovas HC Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Athrovas HC Tablet in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Athrovas HC Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Athrovas HC Tablet, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Athrovas HC Tablet reduces high cholesterol, homocysteine levels and thus lowers the risk of heart disease.
- Take Athrovas HC Tablet just after a meal or with a snack to avoid gastrointestinal problems.
- 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.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Athrovas HC Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
- Lifestyle changes like a low-fat and salt diet, exercise, not smoking, and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink may help this medicine work better.
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Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Athrovas HC Tablet used for?
Athrovas HC Tablet is used in the management of high homocysteine and cholesterol levels. It may help reduce the production of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or ‘bad’ cholesterol) and raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL or ‘good’ cholesterol). It also provides essential nutrients to the body.
Can Athrovas HC Tablet cause muscle pain or weakness?
Yes. Muscle pain or weakness (myopathy) is a possible serious side effect of Athrovas HC Tablet, especially due to the rosuvastatin component. Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness to your doctor immediately.
Are there risks related to liver or kidney health during Athrovas HC Tablet treatment?
Patients with liver or kidney disease should inform their doctor. Regular monitoring of liver enzymes and kidney function is advised during Athrovas HC Tablet use.
What lifestyle changes help while taking Athrovas HC Tablet?
A healthy low-fat diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, weight management, and reduced salt intake may support Athrovas HC Tablet treatment outcomes.
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Name: Oldmed Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Address: Flat G-102 Shree Nand Nagar Society Ahemdabad Gujrat- 380051 / 435, Ratnamani Complex, Opp. Karnavati Platinum 9, Gheekanta, Ahmedabad 380001, Gujarat
Country of origin: India
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