Unistar Gold 20/75mg Capsule 10’s
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Introduction About UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is used in the management of acute coronary syndrome, myocardial infarction, angina and stroke. It is a combination of Aspirin, Clopidogrel and Rosuvastatin which belongs to the group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Antiplatelets and HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors respectively. Â Â
Along with UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE management follow a healthy low-fat diet as advised by doctor to achieve better results. Avoid drinking alcohol during the therapy, as it could increase the risk of bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract. It is not recommended for use in patients having severe liver, kidney, or heart disease. Â
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is generally not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women and in children (below 18 years). The most common side effects are increased bleeding tendency, nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, muscle pain, dizziness and headache. Contact your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.
Uses Of UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE
It is used to manage:
- acute coronary syndrome
- myocardial infarction
- angina
- stroke
How UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE Works
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE effectively improves cardiac function and reduces the risk of heart problems, where clopidogrel acts by inhibiting platelet aggregation in the coronary arteries, aspirin acts by blocking the actions of an enzyme called cyclo-oxygenase which is believed to be responsible for catalyzing the synthesis of platelets and rosuvastatin acts by inhibiting the action of an enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase, which is required to catalyze the formation of cholesterol, thus managing clot or plaque formation in the coronary arteries leading to an uninterrupted supply of oxygen and blood to the heart.
How to use UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE
- Take UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE as advised by your physician
- Swallow the with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine
- Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition
Side Effects Of UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE
Common side effects of UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE:
- indigestion, diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea, constipation
- dizziness, headache
- muscle cramps or pain
- tingling or numbness sensation
Stop taking UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- severe allergic reactions (skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, throat and neck, difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
- symptoms of pancreatitis (severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, rapid heart rate)
- jaundice (yellowing of eyes, skin, and urine with fever)
- flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat, headache and extreme tiredness)
- hemorrhagic vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels with bleeding)
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Contraindicated
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Women of child-bearing potential should use suitable contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while taking the medicine. Â
Breastfeeding
Contraindicated
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE does not affect your ability to drive or operate machines. However, if you experience dizziness during management with the medicine. Do not drive or operate any machines. Â
Alcohol
Consult your doctor
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding and aggravate your existing condition.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients having moderate-to-severe kidney disease. It should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Â
Liver
Consult your doctor
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients having severe liver disease and active liver disease (including persistent elevations of serum transaminases exceeding three times the upper limit). It should be used with caution in patients with history of liver disease.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Do not take UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to Clopidogrel, Rosuvastatin, Aspirin or prostaglandin synthetase inhibitors (Ex. naproxen, ibuprofen, mefenamic acid, and indomethacin).
Lungs
Use with Caution
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with interstitial lung disease or severe respiratory failure. Â
Heart Disease
Contraindicated
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with recent ischemic stroke. Â
Use In Pediatrics
Monitoring required
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age) unless prescribed by your physician due to increased risk of bleeding. Â
Use In Geriatrics
Use with Caution
UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 70 years or above) because of increased risk of gastro-intestinal bleeding and perforation when used for prolonged duration (if prolonged therapy is essential, patients should be reviewed regularly).
Others
It is not recommended for use if you:
- have or had any repeated or unexplained muscle pains
- have family history of hereditary muscular disorders
- have family history of muscle problems following management with cholesterol-lowering medicines
- have an underactive thyroid gland
- have gastrointestinal problems (such as peptic ulcer, or bleeding in the gut)
- have bleeding disorders (Ex. bleeding in the brain, hemophilia, or others)
- have thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count)
- have gout
- have lactose intolerance
- have diabetes
- have dehydration
- have menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding during menstruation)
Before taking UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have:
- upcoming planned surgery (including dental surgery)
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking the medicine, inform to your doctor, if you are taking any of these medicines:
- Anticoagulants (Ex. warfarin, coumarin, heparin, phenindione)
- Anti-lipidemic agents (Ex. clofibrate, gemfibrozil, fenofibrate, ezetimibe)
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Ex. ibuprofen, paracetamol)
- Anti-viral agents (Ex. ritonavir with lopinavir and/or atazanavir or sofosbuvir with velpatasvir and voxilaprevir)
- selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (Ex. fluoxetine, sertraline, paroxetine, or fluvoxamine)
- Antacids (Ex. aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide)
- proton-pump inhibitors (Ex. omeprazole or esomeprazole)
- medicines used during percutaneous coronary intervention (Ex. abciximab, eptifibatide, and tirofiban)
- antibiotics (Ex. azithromycin, erythromycin, roxithromycin, and clarithromycin, fusidic acid)
- Anticonvulsants (Ex. phenytoin, valproic acid)
- Anti-diabetic agents (Ex. insulin, glipizide, glimepiride)
- Immunosuppressants (Ex. ciclosporin or tacrolimus, methotrexate)
- nicotinic acid Â
- antifungal agents (Ex. clotrimazole, fluconazole)
- Cardiac glycosides (Ex. digoxin)
- Anti-cancer agents (Ex. darolutamide, regorafenib)
- Anti-gout agents (Ex. probenecid or sulfinpyrazone)
- Antiplatelet agents (Ex. dipyridamole)
- Anti-maniac agents (Ex. lithium)
- corticosteroids (Ex. prednisolone, dexamethasone)
- acetazolamide Â
- Contraceptive (Ex. mifepristone)
- Anti-emetic agents (Ex. metoclopramide)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else take too much of UNISTAR GOLD 20MG CAPSULE, contact your doctor immediately or go to a hospital straight away. Overdosage symptoms might include increased bleeding, confusion, disorientation, convulsions, vomiting, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), vertigo (spinning sensation), sweating, warm extremities with bounding pulses, increased respiratory rate and hyperventilation. Â
Weight | 11 g |
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