Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR
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Product introduction
Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR is a combination medicine used in the treatment of high cholesterol. It prevents your body from making bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol.
It is advised to take Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of medicine in the blood. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like back pain, constipation, muscle pain, leg pain, increased liver enzymes, and nasal inflammation. It may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes, dark urine or stomach pain. You may be asked for regular monitoring of liver or kidney function, and blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
It is advised to take Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of medicine in the blood. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
It may cause side effects like back pain, constipation, muscle pain, leg pain, increased liver enzymes, and nasal inflammation. It may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes, dark urine or stomach pain. You may be asked for regular monitoring of liver or kidney function, and blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Uses of Pivasta F Capsule DR
Benefits of Pivasta F Capsule DR
In High cholesterol
Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol 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 Pivasta F Capsule DR
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 Pivasta F
- Increased liver enzymes
- Back pain
- Constipation
- Nasal inflammation
- Diarrhea
- Leg pain
- Muscle pain
How to use Pivasta F Capsule DR
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. Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR is to be taken empty stomach.
How Pivasta F Capsule DR works
Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR is a combination of two lipid-lowering medicines: Pitavastatin and Choline fenofibrate. Pitavastatin prevents your body from making "bad" cholesterol (LDL) while Choline fenofibrate works by lowering the levels of triglycerides in your blood. In addition, they both raise the levels of “good” cholesterol (HDL), and help improve your lipid profile.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Pivasta F Capsule DR?
If you miss a dose of Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR reduces high cholesterol levels and lowers the risk of heart disease.
- 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 Pivasta F 2mg/135mg Capsule DR 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 medication work better.
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- Pitavastatin. Cincinnati, Ohio: Patheon Inc.; 2009. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Medscape. Pitavastatin. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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