Zivast 5 Tablet 10

Zivast 5 Tablet 10 interacts with the following medicines:

• Anticoagulants: If you're taking medicines like warfarin or dabigatran, Zivast 5 Tablet 10 can amplify their effect, which might lead to excessive bleeding.
• Immunosuppressants: Medicines like cyclosporine or tacrolimus, when taken with Zivast 5 Tablet 10, can increase the risk of muscle damage.
• Antihypertensives: Zivast 5 Tablet 10 might decrease the blood pressure-lowering effects of medicines like amlodipine or levamlodipine.
• Antifungals: Ketoconazole and itraconazole may increase the levels of Zivast 5 Tablet 10 in your body, enhancing its side effects.

Zivast 5 Tablet 10 interacts with the following foods:

• Grapefruit: Grapefruit and grapefruit juice increase the concentration of atorvastatin in the body, which can lead to an increased risk of side effects.

Zivast 5 Tablet 10 interacts with the following diseases:

• Liver disease: Patients with liver disease should use Zivast 5 Tablet 10 with caution, as atorvastatin can increase liver enzymes.
• Kidney disease: This medication should be used cautiously by those with kidney disease, as it might increase creatinine levels.
• Hypothyroidism: If you have hypothyroidism, Zivast 5 Tablet 10 can increase your cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

Your doctor will decide the daily dose of Zivast 5 Tablet 10 based on the severity of your condition and how well you respond to the medicine. Adhere strictly to this prescribed dose and never change it without consulting a doctor.

In case you accidentally take more than your recommended dose, you might experience nausea or diarrhoea. If these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor promptly.

If you forget to take your dose, try to take it as soon as you remember. But if it's nearly time for the next dose, skip the forgotten one and continue with your regular schedule. Always consult your doctor before altering your dosage in any way.