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Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet


Introduction of Etovas FB Tablet

Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two lipids (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower the levels of lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when lifestyle changes (eg. low-fat diet) on their own have failed. This medicine helps to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of a lipid lowering and a fibrate medicine

Benefits of Etovas FB Tablet

In Treatment of High cholesterol

Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet Tablet is a combination of two medicines that work by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer.
Take Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet 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.

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. By lowering the amount of this fat, Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet 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 Etovas FB 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 Etovas FB

  • Headache
  • Muscle pain
  • Constipation
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Joint pain
  • Elevated creatine kinase
  • Diabetes

How to use Etovas FB 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. Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Etovas FB 160mg/10mg 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
Etovas FB 160mg/10mg 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
Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Etovas FB Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg 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

Etovas FB Tablet

  • Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that provides better control over high cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
  • It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
  • It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet to lower levels of fat in the blood.
  • Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if accompanied with fever.
  • Notify your doctor if you experience stomach pain, loss of hunger, a sick feeling or dark urine.
  • Do not discontinue Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you feel better.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption (includes wine, beer, and liquor).

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No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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How to prevent heart pain WhAt is reason of heart attack
Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari
Ayurveda
do daily yoga and pranayam, avoid stress, junk,oily,andsalted and sugar made food, kepp check on your cholesterol le
What are the trip t normal and high values What should be thresholds for ' no heart'' attack', minor attack and heart attack
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Hello sir. Thank you for consulting with us. Trop T is read as either positive or increased or not positive. Positive Trop T level indicates heart attack and negative Trop t usually indicates no heart attack. Even in minor heart attack, Trop T is positive.
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FAQs

Etovas FB Tablet

Can the use of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet cause liver damage?

Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet contains Rosuvastatin and Fenofibrate. A very rare (1 in 10000 patient) side effect of this medicine is liver damage. Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes, or abnormal liver enzymes.

Can the use of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet cause muscle pain?

Yes, Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet may cause muscle pain due to muscle injury. However, this side effect does not occur in everybody. Talk to your doctor as soon as possible if you are experiencing symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness.

What lifestyle changes should I adopt while taking Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet?

Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet. Stop smoking, as smoking lowers your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and decrease your risk of heart attack.

What medicines should I avoid while taking Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet?

Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet can interact with several medicines and can cause serious problems. Talk to your doctor and inform him about using Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet before taking any prescription or non-prescription medicine.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Etovas FB 160mg/10mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

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