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, Alfastat-F Tablet reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.
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. Alfastat-F Tablet may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Alfastat-F Tablet. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE
Alfastat-F Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE
Alfastat-F Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Alfastat-F Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor. | - Kidney : UNSAFE
Alfastat-F Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided.Use of Alfastat-F Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. | - Liver : UNSAFE
Alfastat-F Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.Use of Alfastat-F Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
If you miss a dose of Alfastat-F 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.
Can the use of Alfastat-F Tablet cause liver damage?::: Alfastat-F 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 Alfastat-F Tablet cause muscle pain?::: Yes, Alfastat-F 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 Alfastat-F Tablet?::: Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Alfastat-F 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 Alfastat-F Tablet?::: Alfastat-F Tablet can interact with several medicines and can cause serious problems. Talk to your doctor and inform him about using Alfastat-F Tablet before taking any prescription or non-prescription medicine.| What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Alfastat-F 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.
Alfastat-F Tablet is a combination of two lipid-lowering medicines: fenofibrate and rosuvastatin. Fenofibrate works by lowering the levels of triglycerides in your blood, while rosuvastatin prevents your body from making '__'bad'__' cholesterol (LDL). Both raise the levels of ?good? cholesterol (HDL).