Starstat 40mg Tablet [Simvastatin (40mg)]

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. Starstat 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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. Starstat 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Starstat 40mg Tablet.

- Pregnancy : UNSAFE

Starstat 40mg 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 : UNSAFE

Starstat 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Starstat 40mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Starstat 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Starstat 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Starstat 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Starstat 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Starstat 40mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

If you miss a dose of Starstat 40mg 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

strip of 10 tablets

Chemical Class :: Delta valerolactones derivative
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: CARDIAC

High cholesterol|Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Store below 30?C

Q. What should I know about high cholesterol?::: Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called ???bad??? cholesterol. Bad cholesterol can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called ???good??? cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful for you.| Q. What is Starstat 40mg Tablet used for? How does it work?::: Starstat 40mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called statins that lower the cholesterol in the blood. It is used along with a healthy diet and exercise to reduce bad cholesterol and increase the amount of good cholesterol in the blood. It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the liver in order to decrease the amount of cholesterol that accumulates on the walls of arteries. Improving the levels of cholesterol in the blood helps to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. | Q. When should I take Starstat 40mg Tablet?::: Starstat 40mg Tablet is generally taken once a day preferably in the evening after dinner. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.| Q. For how long should I take Starstat 40mg Tablet?::: You may need to take Starstat 40mg Tablet for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only till you are taking Starstat 40mg Tablet. Stopping Starstat 40mg Tablet without starting a different treatment may increase your cholesterol levels again. This medicine has only a few side effects and is usually considered safe if taken as directed by the doctor.| Q. What foods should be avoided when taking Starstat 40mg Tablet?::: Starstat 40mg Tablet is used to decrease your blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, to seek the best results of this medicine, you should avoid foods which are high in calories like fried food and junk food. It is recommended to eat a low-fat and low-cholesterol diet. Be sure to follow all the exercise and dietary recommendations made by your doctor or dietician.| Q. Does Starstat 40mg Tablet make you tired?::: Yes, Starstat 40mg Tablet can make you feel tired. This is because they reduce the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind the phenomenon is unknown and needs more research. Tiredness usually occurs after exertion. Generalized fatigue is more often seen in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Starstat 40mg Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness and so you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Starstat 40mg Tablet.| Q. Can I take alcohol with Starstat 40mg Tablet?::: No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Starstat 40mg Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in the triglyceride levels if Starstat 40mg Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised not to take Starstat 40mg Tablet without consulting their doctor. They must also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.| Q. Is Starstat 40mg Tablet safe to take?::: Yes, Starstat 40mg Tablet is safe to use if used as prescribed by the doctor and if the doctor's instructions are followed. The side effects of this medicine are few and do not occur in everyone.