Advastat Cv 20 Capsule 10

Advastat Cv 20 Capsule 10 is used for managing the following health conditions:

• Prevention of heart attacks in individuals with coronary artery disease

• Lowering high cholesterol levels, also known as hypercholesterolemia

• Prevention of strokes in those at high risk

• Slowing down the progression of atherosclerosis, which is the hardening and narrowing of arteries

• Avoiding cardiovascular complications in patients with peripheral arterial disease

• Swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water.

• Do not crush or chew the capsule.

• Always take your medicine at the same time each day.

• For specific advice on when and how to take this medicine, it's best to consult your doctor.

Advastat Cv 20 Capsule 10 is taken orally.

Advastat Cv 20 Capsule 10 has two active ingredients that work in different ways:

• Clopidogrel (75 mg): Clopidogrel belongs to a group of medicines known as antiplatelet agents. It functions by blocking a receptor on platelets, which are blood cells that help form clots. This prevents these platelets from sticking together and forming clots. As a result, it reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes caused by blocked arteries.

• Rosuvastatin (20 mg): As a statin or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, Rosuvastatin blocks an enzyme in the liver that makes cholesterol. This action lowers total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides in the blood while slightly raising high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol). By doing so, it helps stop cholesterol from building up in the arteries, thereby reducing the chances of heart disease and stroke.

• Store Advastat Cv 20 Capsule 10 in its original packaging below 30°C.

• Do not expose to extreme heat.

• Ensure the medicine is out of reach of children.

• Use before the expiry date marked on the package.

• Regular physical activity can help manage cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart disease. A routine of moderate exercise like brisk walking for at least 30 minutes a day is beneficial.

• Maintain a heart-friendly diet. Include foods low in saturated fats and high in fibre, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Limit intake of trans fats found in processed foods. Always consult your doctor before making significant changes to your diet or exercise regimen.