Product introduction
Torvason 10 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides, and to reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Torvason 10 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor’s advice. It 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 about the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping the medicine may increase cholesterol levels, thereby increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program, which should also include a healthy 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.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, muscle pain (on long-term use), and joint pain. 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 or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.
This medicine should not be used in some conditions, such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine, as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may increase their blood sugar levels. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and monitor it regularly thereafter.
Uses of Torvason Tablet
- Prevention of Heart attack
- High cholesterol
- High triglycerides
Benefits of Torvason Tablet
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. Lowering the amount of this fat reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.
Side effects of Torvason 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 Torvason
- Nausea
- Pain in extremities
- Urinary tract infection
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Joint pain
How to use Torvason 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. Torvason 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Torvason Tablet works
Torvason 10 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of “good” cholesterol (HDL).
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Torvason 10 Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Torvason 10 Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Torvason 10 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Torvason 10 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Torvason 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
UNSAFE
Torvason 10 Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Use of Torvason 10 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Use of Torvason 10 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Torvason Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Torvason 10 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.
| Weight | 11 g |
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