- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: Jan 10, 2024
Razel 20mg
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Product Overview
Rosuvastatin belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) regulating medicines. Atorvastatin is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed.
Razel 20 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use. 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 the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels, making your condition worse and increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Uses
- Treatment of High cholesterol
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits
Razel 20 Tablet is a member of the statin drug class. It functions by lowering your blood's level of "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and increasing the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL). Lowering your cholesterol lowers your risk of developing heart disease and prolongs your lifespan.
To get the most out of this medication, take it frequently and adopt the right lifestyle habits (such eating well and exercising regularly). Even if you feel good, keep taking it.
Side Effect
- Muscle pain
- Weakness
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- Dizziness
- Joint pain
- Nausea
How to use
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. Razel 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How It works
Razel 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required by the body to make cholesterol, thereby lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Safety Advice for Razel 20mg
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Razel 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
Razel 20 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
Razel 20 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
pregnant
Razel 20 Tablet is extremely dangerous to use when pregnant.Consult your doctor before taking any medications, as research on animals and pregnant women have demonstrated clear negative effects on the developing fetus.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I need to take Razel 20 Tablet?
Razel 20 Tablet may need to be taken forever or for as long as prescribed by your doctor. Only while you are taking Razel 20 Tablet will the cholesterol levels be maintained. If you stop using Razel 20 Tablet without starting a new medication, your cholesterol levels may rise once more. If used as prescribed by a doctor, this medication has a limited number of side effects and is typically regarded as safe.
Do Razel 20 Tablets Make You Gain Weight?
No, there is no evidence of Razel 20 Tablet causing weight gain. Consult your doctor if you are taking Razel 10 Tablet and gaining weight. To determine the cause of the weight gain, the doctor could order several studies.