Cardiorostin 10mg Gold Strip Of 10 Capsules

Cardiorostin 10 capsule is a combination medication containing rosuvastatin, aspirin, and clopidogrel. It is prescribed for the prevention of serious cardiovascular events such as heart attack, myocardial infarction (reduced blood flow to the heart muscles), angina (chest pain), and stroke. Rosuvastatin works by interfering with the body's cholesterol production, thereby lowering elevated levels of "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood and increasing "good" cholesterol, which helps to reduce the risk of heart disease and strokes.

Aspirin and clopidogrel are anti-coagulant agents. They function by preventing platelets, which are small blood cells, from sticking together and forming harmful blood clots. Blood clots can cause blockages in blood vessels, leading to restricted blood flow to vital organs like the heart and brain.

By inhibiting this process, Cardiorostin 10 capsule ensures smoother blood flow throughout your body, further reducing the risk of a heart attack or an ischaemic stroke (a stroke caused by a clot). Take Cardiorostin 10 capsule exactly as directed by your doctor. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of your treatment after a thorough assessment of your complete medical history.

While taking this medication, you should also adhere to certain lifestyle and dietary modifications recommended by your healthcare provider to achieve the best possible outcomes in managing your condition and preventing future cardiovascular events. Before you begin treatment with Cardiorostin 10 capsule, it is important to inform your doctor about all your medical conditions, especially if you have liver or kidney problems, bleeding disorders, muscle-related conditions (myopathy), or if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Also, disclose all other medications, supplements, or herbal products you are currently using, as some can interact with this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose include vomiting, dehydration, ringing in the ear or increase body temperature. If you have taken too much of Cardiorostin 10 capsule then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of Cardiorostin 10 capsule then take it as soon as you remember it. If it's already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Rosuvastatin works by lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides and increasing good cholesterol, thus reducing the risk of heart diseases and preventing strokes and heart attacks.
• Aspirin and clopidogrel work by preventing platelets from sticking together and thus inhibiting blood clot formation. It helps in keeping blood flowing smoothly in your body.

Directions for Use

• Cardiorostin 10 capsule should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Cardiorostin Gold Capsule during pregnancy?

Components of Cardiorostin Gold Capsule may cause harm to the unborn baby. This medicine should not be taken by pregnant women. Proper birth control measures should be taken while consuming it for at least 6 months. If you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby, you should consult your doctor before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Cardiorostin Gold Capsule while breastfeeding?

Components of Cardiorostin Gold Capsule may pass into the breastmilk. This medicine should be avoided if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Cardiorostin Gold Capsule?

Cardiorostin Gold Capsule can cause dizziness. Avoid driving while on this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Cardiorostin Gold Capsule?

Consuming alcohol while on Cardiorostin Gold Capsule may cause bleeding from the stomach. Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have problems with your heart, stomach, intestines, liver or kidney.
• You have a stroke or risk of bleeding or are having heavy menstrual periods.
• You have diabetes, high blood pressure or gout, asthma, an underactive thyroid.
• You are on a medicine containing fusidic acid used for bacterial infection.
• You experience jaundice, fever, bruising, confusion or tiredness.
• You are above 70 years of age, have surgery planned or consume alcohol in excess.
• You have a history of muscle problems or had any problems during treatment with other lipid-lowering medicines.
• Cardiorostin Gold Capsule should not be given to children below 16 years.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to rosuvastatin, aspirin, clopidogrel or any other ingredients of Cardiorostin Gold Capsule.
• If you suffer from kidney or liver-related disease.
• If you are suffering from myopathy (muscle-related condition), hypothyroidism or gout.
• If you have bleeding disorders such as haemophilia (hereditary disease) or thrombocytopenia (decrease platelet count).
• If you have an ulcer or bleeding from the stomach, bowel or from any other part of the body.
• If you have breathing difficulty after taking this medicine.
• If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
• If you regularly drink large amounts of alcohol.
• If you are taking a medicine containing cyclosporine or methotrexate.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Muscle pain
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Weakness
• Increased bleeding tendency

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Certain medicines can affect the way Cardiorostin 10 capsule works or this medicine itself can affect the action of other medicines taken along. Thus, it is important to inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Storage and disposal

• Store Cardiorostin 10 capsule in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How Cardiorostin Gold Capsule is helpful for the prevention of heart attack?

Cardiorostin Gold Capsule works by decreasing the elevated cholesterol levels in the blood that leads to the formation of plaque inside the walls of blood vessels. When this plaque breaks (ruptures), a blood clot quickly forms blocking the blood flow to heart muscles. This medicine also contains anti-coagulant components that prevent the platelet aggregation and formation of a blood clot.

Can Cardiorostin Gold Capsule cause tiredness?

Cardiorostin Gold Capsule can cause tiredness as a side effect. However, not everyone taking this medicine gets this side effect.

Does taking Cardiorostin Gold Capsule prevents stroke?

Cardiorostin Gold Capsule can prevent ischaemic stroke which is due to decrease blood supply to the brain due to the formation of a clot. This keeps blood from flowing to the brain leading to stroke. This medicine prevents the formation of clots thus prevents stroke.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Cardiorostin 10 capsule?

If you have missed taking any dose of Cardiorostin 10 capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is already time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Are there any specific medicines I should avoid while taking Cardiorostin 10 capsule?

You should inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking, but it is specifically advised to avoid taking medicines containing cyclosporine or methotrexate. Also, if you are on a medicine containing fusidic acid (used for bacterial infections), inform your doctor as the combination can affect how Cardiorostin 10 capsule works.