Pivasta F 2Mg/135Mg Capsule

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS4496

USA Brand Name

Lipidil

Strength

2mg + 135mg

Generic Name

Pitavastatin (2Mg) + Choline fenofibrate (135Mg)

Manufacturer

Zydus Cadila

## Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin )

## What Is The Generic Name For Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule:

Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin is the generic version for Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

Lipidil

Tricor

## About Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin)

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule contains two active ingredients, Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin, which is used for the treatment of high cholesterol. This medicine acts by lowering triglycerides & bad cholesterol (LDL), while at the same time increasing the levels of good cholesterol (HDL). Lower cholesterol levels also reduces the risk of heart attack & stroke. Triglycerides are a kind of fat found in the blood. Excess of this type of fat might raise the risk of coronary artery disease, especially in women. Cholesterol is a kind of fat in the blood, which is necessary for healthy growth & development. On the other hand, if the levels of this fat increase further than the requirement of the body, it can be harmful. The body manufactures all types of the cholesterol it needs from the food we eat daily. This medicine is obtainable at all the leading primary pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores easily but it must be taken strictly on doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Zydus Cadila Pvt. Ltd. is the primary pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule.

## Strength :

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule contains twos active constituent, Choline Fenofibrate (135 mg) & Pitavastatin (2 mg). This medicine is obtainable in other substitutes at all the leading primary online pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores easily.

## What Are The Uses Of The Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule is used in the treatment in the following conditions:

High triglycerides

High cholesterol

## How Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin) Works:

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule has two active ingredients; Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin, is a lipid lowering medication which acts by lowering the levels of triglycerides & bad cholesterol (LDL), while raising the levels of good cholesterol (HDL). Choline Fenofibrate is a fibric acid derivative which is a prodrug comprising of Fenocard acid that is linked to an isopropyl ester. This lowers lipid levels by activating peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPARα). PPARα activates lipoprotein lipase & reduces apoprotein CIII that increases lipolysis & elimination of triglyceride-rich particles from plasma.

## Before You Use Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

Make certain that:

You are not having some severe Disease

You are not sensitive to Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin

Your doctor have to be well-informed regarding your medical history like your pre-existing disease, surgeries & Medications, lifestyle, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

You should not take Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have kidney problems

Are pregnant

Have gallbladder disease

Have infections

Have altered sugar levels

Have Cholelithiasis

Have Increase in serum creatinine levels

Have Rhabdomyolysis

Are breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have an Allergy to the Capsule

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Have infections

## Dosage :

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule contains two active ingredients, Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin, which is used to treat high cholesterol & High triglycerides . This medicine is obtainable in different substitutes & strength easily. This medicine must be purchased or taken on doctor’s prescription only. You must discuss about with your medical doctor for adjustment of dosage & time of the medicine given the fact that severity of the disease vary from person to person. This can only be judged finest by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule at a fixed time with or without food the same as directed by your medical doctor. You must take Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin) to Be Used:

As Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule is available in various strengths and substitutes. Patients are always suggested to follow doctor’s prescriptions & instructions to take Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule. You should not take this Capsule on your own & for a longer period than recommended by the doctor.

## How To Take The Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

Take Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule in the dose & duration as recommended by your medical doctor. You must swallow the medicine as a whole & not chew, crush, or break the Capsule. Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule can be taken with or without food, but it is always better to take this medicine at a fixed time.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

You are always advised to take Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule as prescribed. You must not start or stop using this medication unexpectedly on your own. You have to follow all the procedure given by your doctor, rigorously. You must not take the Capsule in a larger or smaller measure or for an extended period than recommended by your doctor.

## Overdose :

You must look for medical emergency treatment and/ or get in touch with your medical doctor instantaneously in case of any overdose symptoms. The emergency treatment will be initiated without delay by your medical doctor if they detect any overdose symptoms in you.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dose of the Capsule has to be taken as fast as feasible. You must strictly skip the missed dose if it is the time for your next planned dosage by now. It is firmly recommended not to double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Pivasta F 135 Mg/ 2 Mg Capsule (Choline Fenofibrate & Pitavastatin):

Muscle pain

Tenderness

Weakness

Headache

Joint pain

Acid or sour stomach

Diarrhea

Excessive air or gas in stomach

Blood in urine

Chills and fever

Itching and skin rash

Nausea and Vomiting

Shortness of breath

Runny Nose

Stuffy Nose

Increased glucose level in blood

Increased liver enzymes

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Several medicines have been reported to interact with Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule. These interactions might create some needless or unfavorable effects or it may cause your drug not to function properly. You should continually have a discussion with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well proposed medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Cyclosporine

Erthromycin

Fenofibrate

Fluvastatin

This medicine can also interact with the following disease condition:

Liver disease

Infections

Kidney disease

Diabetes

Rhabdomyolysis

## Warning And Precaution:

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule can worsen the conditions like:

Infections

Kidney/ Liver disease

Allergy

Use of this medicine is not suggested by children under 18 years of age and elderly patients

You have to regularly get your blood tests done to check your blood cells, electrolyte levels & hemoglobin levels, liver & kidney function, during treatment with this medicine

You should also get your blood pressure & levels of proteins in urine checked frequently while taking this medicine

You must take low-fat diet, exercise regularly and stop smoking for this medicine to work better

You should not drive or operate heavy machines concurrently as taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness

You be supposed not to take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding

You must always talk about with your medical doctor to get the first-rated treatment if you are observing a number of of the above mentioned conditions/ symptoms.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule out of reach and view of the children

This medicine is strictly used with care for treatment of children

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule is not suggested for use in pregnant women owing to the increased risk of injurious effects on the unborn baby

You should always check up the information in particular printed on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

You must always talk about with your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in terms of the dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule should be taken as recommended by your doctor. You must not take this prescription for a longer period than recommended by the medical doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Pivasta F 135 mg/ 2 mg Capsule at room temperature in dark & dry place. Make sure that the Capsule is intact & not broken while purchasing or storing.