SALT COMPOSITION
Rosuvastatin (10mg) + Ezetimibe (10mg)
Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. This is a combination medicine that reduces "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels. It also helps to reduce risk of future heart attack and stroke.
Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. You can help this medicine work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, eating a healthy low-fat diet and exercise regularly.
Headache, weakness, muscle pain and back pain are some common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin or eyes, unusually dark urine or dark stools as it might be symptoms of liver damage. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood sugar level, and liver function while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or high blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
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
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. Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of Rosuvastatin and Ezetimibe to lower high cholesterol. Rosuvastatin reduces cholesterol production in the liver by inhibiting the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme, leading to lower "bad" LDL cholesterol levels. Ezetimibe complements this by blocking the absorption of cholesterol in the intestines. Together, these actions effectively reduce cholesterol levels and help manage the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Novastat EZ 10mg/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
Novastat EZ 10mg/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
UNSAFE
Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Novastat EZ 10mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Novastat EZ 10mg/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.
