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Introduction of Athrovas HC Tablet

Athrovas HC Tablet is a combination medicine that is used in the treatment of high homocysteine and cholesterol level. It prevents your body from making bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol. It also provides essential nutrition to the body.

Athrovas HC Tablet is a combination of statin, pyridoxal, vitamin B12, vitamin D3, and L-methyl folate.

Uses of Athrovas HC Tablet

  • High homocysteine and cholesterol level

Benefits of Athrovas HC Tablet

In High homocysteine and cholesterol level

Athrovas HC Tablet effectively reduces the high homocysteine as well as cholesterol levels in your body. Just like high cholesterol, high homocysteine levels can also contribute to formation of blood clots and cause damage to the blood vessels. High homocysteine levels usually indicate a deficiency of vitamin B-12 or folate. Athrovas HC Tablet contains vitamin B-12 supplements that help restore its normal levels. It also contains cholesterol lowering medicine that helps maintain the normal cholesterol level in our blood. Additionally, this medicine contains some nutritional supplements that enhance the overall health of an individual.
Lowering the amount of cholesterol and homocysteine, reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Side effects of Athrovas HC 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 Athrovas HC

  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Stomach pain
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Muscle pain
  • Weakness
  • Increased glucose level in blood

How to use Athrovas HC 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. Athrovas HC Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Athrovas HC Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Athrovas HC Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Athrovas HC Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Athrovas HC Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Athrovas HC Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Athrovas HC Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Athrovas HC Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Athrovas HC Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Athrovas HC Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Athrovas HC 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.

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Quick tips

Athrovas HC Tablet

  • Athrovas HC Tablet reduces high cholesterol, homocysteine levels and thus lowers the risk of heart disease.
  • Take Athrovas HC Tablet just after a meal or with a snack to avoid gastrointestinal problems.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle pain.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes.
  • If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Athrovas HC Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
  • Lifestyle changes like a low-fat and salt diet, exercise, not smoking, and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink may help this medicine work better.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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High homocysteine level. Chest muscle pain. High blood pressure (140-90) as per attached report. Vit. D - 11.4, B12 - 185, Homocysteine level - 32
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Interventional Cardiology
restrict carbs regular exercise but a supplimentes
Homocysteine is at 36. I'm 29 year old male. Cholesterol levels are slightly high. Any risks?
Dr. Nabajit Talukdar
Interventional Cardiology
Restrict carbs in diet regularly exercise also vitamin b complex supplements
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Country of origin: India

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