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Composition :

PITAVASTATIN-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Oldmed Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet

Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called 'statins' or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors primarily used to lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Additionally, Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. High cholesterol known as hyperlipidaemia or dyslipidaemia occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When the cholesterol level is high in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged, contributing to heart diseases, like stroke and heart attack. Two cholesterol types are found in our body, namely, good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein) and bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein). Good cholesterol is good for our heart and helps in reducing the bad cholesterol in our body. On the other hand, excess bad cholesterol (LDL) leads to the risk of heart diseases like heart attack and stroke.

Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet contains Pitavastatin that works by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Also, Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the brain's excess cholesterol deposition and the heart's major blood vessels.

Take Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you how often you take Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience constipation, diarrhoea, pain in arms or legs, muscle pain or back pain. Most of these side effects of Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid using Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding women and consult a doctor before taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet . You are advised to take effective birth control measures while taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet to avoid pregnancy. Maintain a low-fat diet along with Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet for effective results. Avoid taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet if you have liver disease, including abnormal liver enzyme tests.  If you have uncontrolled fits, dehydration, severe infection or low blood pressure, high or low potassium levels in blood and surgery, stop taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet for a short period and consult a doctor.  If you have a thyroid disorder, kidney, liver or muscle problems, please consult a doctor before taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet .

Uses of Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet

Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Directions for Use

Take Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Key Benefits

Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet contains Pitavastatin used to lower bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet inhibits the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme in the body that is essential to make cholesterol. Thereby, it decreases the production of LDL (bad cholesterol) by the liver. Also, Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by reducing the excess cholesterol deposition in the major blood vessels of the brain and heart. Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet is also prescribed in children above 8 years and heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (an inherited genetic disorder resulting in serious high cholesterol levels).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid using Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding women and consult a doctor before taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet . You are advised to take effective birth control measures while taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet to avoid pregnancy. Maintain a low-fat diet along with Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet for effective results. Avoid taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet if you have liver disease, including abnormal liver enzyme tests.  If you have uncontrolled fits, dehydration, severe infection or low blood pressure, high or low potassium levels in the blood, and surgery, stop taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet for a short period and consult a doctor. If you have a thyroid disorder, kidney, liver, or muscle problems, please consult a doctor before taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low-fat diet. Limit your intake of dairy products made with whole milk and red meat. Prefer skim milk and fat-free or low-fat dairy products.
  • Eat a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, fish, poultry, whole grains, nuts and cut down beverages, processed and sugary foods.
  • Do regular exercises such as swimming, cycling, walking, or dancing and focus on losing weight as obesity also raises bad cholesterol and lowers good cholesterol.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Side Effects of Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet

  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Pain in arms or legs
  • Muscle pain
  • Back pain

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTILIPEMICS]

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Special Advise

Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet to monitor cholesterol levels in the blood and liver functioning.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hyperlipidemia: Also, dyslipidemia occurs when there is an excess of the unhealthy balance of cholesterol in the blood. When there is a high cholesterol level in the blood, your arteries get narrowed and clogged that finally contributing to heart diseases, like stroke and heart attack. Eating high-fat or high-cholesterol-containing food/drinks and genetic factors are the primary causes of high cholesterol. There are two types of cholesterol found in our body: good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein) and bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein). Good cholesterol is good for our heart and helps in reducing the bad cholesterol in our body. On the other hand, excess bad cholesterol (LDL) leads to the risk of heart diseases like heart attack and stroke.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet is a Category X pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet as it may be unsafe for the baby. However, please consult a doctor before taking Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet .

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Take Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Take Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 8 years of age. However, Pitavamed-4 mg Tablet should be used with caution in children above 8 years if prescribed by a doctor.

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