Ozovas 10 Tablet

Short Description

Ozovas 10 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart diseases.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Ozovas 10 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at about the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels thereby increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.

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. Ozovas 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Ozovas 10 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of 'good' cholesterol (HDL).

Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain. Take it with food if you experience diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes. Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. Monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Ozovas 10 Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.