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Elstin 10mg Tablets

Name: Elstin 10mg Tablets
Brand: EAST WEST PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
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Overview

Elstin Tablet is used to lower blood cholesterol. It contains lovastatin as the active substance. Elstin Tablet is used to treat increased levels of cholesterol in combination with dietary modifications.

This medicine works by decreasing the formation of cholesterol in the body. Take Elstin Tablet in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Elstin Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Take it as a whole with a sufficient amount of water.
It should preferably be taken with meals.
Do not chew, cut, or break the medicine.
It would be best if you take it at a fixed time every day.
Do not consume more than the quantity prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Elstin 10mg Tablets during pregnancy?

Elstin Tablet is contraindicated for use during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Elstin 10mg Tablets while breastfeeding?

It is not known if Elstin Tablet passes into human breast milk. Women taking this medicine should not breastfeed.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Elstin 10mg Tablets?

Elstin Tablet has no effect on the driving ability. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Elstin 10mg Tablets?

No, alcohol should not be consumed while you are taking Elstin Tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are taking any other medicines for treating any health condition.
You are elderly (above 70 years of age).
You have kidney or liver disease.
You have a thyroid disorder called uncontrolled hypothyroidism.
You have a personal or familial history of hereditary muscular disorders.
You have a previous history of muscular toxicity with a statin or fibrate.
You are known to abuse alcohol.
You experience muscle pain, weakness, or cramps during treatment with this medicine.
You experience symptoms like difficulty breathing, dry cough, and deterioration in general health (tiredness, weight loss, and fever).
You have high blood pressure or diabetes.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Elstin Tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Elstin Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Elstin Tablet works by preventing the action of a chemical called HMG-CoA reductase. This chemical is essential for cholesterol formation. Thus, Elstin Tablet lowers total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) also known as bad cholesterol. It also increases the levels of good cholesterol known as high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C).

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Elstin Tablet used for?

Elstin Tablet is used for the treatment of increased levels of cholesterol (total and LDL cholesterol) in combination with dietary modifications in patients where diet and other non-medicine involving measures alone have proven insufficient.