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Turbovas 20 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called ‘Statins’. It is effective in lowering down the cholesterol level in the body and alleviates the risk of heart disease.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Turbovas 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Turbovas 20 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctors advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Turbovas 20 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding.
Turbovas 20 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Turbovas 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Turbovas 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Turbovas 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Turbovas 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Turbovas 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Turbovas 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Turbovas 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by inhibiting an enzyme that your body needs to produce cholesterol, thereby lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol (HDL).
If you miss a dose, take it when you remember. Do not double up the doses to compensate for missed doses, skip the missed dose and be regular again.
Cholesterol is found in all of our cells. Cells need it to keep their membranes just the right consistency. LDL, or low-density lipoprotein, is “bad cholesterol”. It carries cholesterol that can stick to arteries, collect in the vessel lining forming plaque, and sometimes block blood flow. HDL, or high-density lipoprotein, is “good cholesterol”. It takes cholesterol away from the blood and returns it to the liver.
Yes, taking Turbovas can cause muscle problems or muscle injury. This is because of the reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells which leads to fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness or muscle weakness. The soreness may be significant enough to interfere with your daily activities. Do not take it lightly and consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this and to avoid making it worse.
All medicines have side effects, but the benefits of Turbovas in reducing cholesterol levels and the risk of heart attack and stroke are proven by a large number of studies. However, if you do have any concerns, then discuss it with your doctor. Your doctor will consider and explain to you the benefits of taking Turbovas versus the risks of not taking it at all.
You may need to take Turbovas for life or for as long as directed by your doctor. The cholesterol levels will be maintained only till you are taking Turbovas. Stopping Turbovas 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.
Turbovas should be taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or at night or any time of the day, with or without food. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day. Doing this will help you remember to take it daily.
Yes, Turbovas can make you feel tired. This is because it reduces 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 in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Turbovas also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Turbovas.
No, there is no evidence of Turbovas causing weight gain. If you are taking Turbovas and gaining weight, consult your doctor. The doctor may get some investigations done to know the reason for the weight gain.
Turbovas may cause memory loss in very rare cases. This is generally non-serious and may occur within 1 day of taking this medicine or may take years to appear. These symptoms may disappear within about 3 weeks of discontinuing Turbovas. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.
Turbovas is used to decrease your blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, to seek the best results of this medicine, you should avoid foods that 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.
If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Turbovas may slightly increase this risk. This is because Turbovas has the potential to cause a slight increase in your blood sugar levels. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise you to keep monitoring your blood sugar levels closely for the first few months. Tell your doctor if you find it harder to control your blood sugar.
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