Carzustat Tablet

Composition of Carzustat Tablet

Carzustat Tablet contains Rosuvastatin (10mg) + Clopidogrel (75mg). It belongs to the Statin / lipid modifier and Blood thinner class of medicines.

Uses of Carzustat Tablet

Prevention of heart attack and stroke Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Key benefits

• In Prevention of heart attack and stroke Carzustat C 10mg/75mg Capsule helps reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes by improving blood flow and preventing the formation of clots that can block arteries. It works by lowering cholesterol levels and preventing platelets from sticking together
• keeping blood vessels clear and healthy. Along with taking Carzustat C 10mg/75mg Capsule
• maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle (including a balanced diet
• regular exercise
• and stress management) further supports normal blood pressure and long-term cardiovascular health. In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Carzustat C 10mg/75mg Capsule prevents the formation of blood clot. This makes blood flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. Altogether
• it reduces the risk of a chest pain caused by angina. This medicine might help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively. Show More

How Carzustat Tablet works

Rosuvastatin belongs to the class of statins, a lipid-lowering medication that blocks an enzyme required in the body to make cholesterol. It lowers the "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides and raises the "good" cholesterol (HDL). Clopidogrel is a blood thinner that helps prevent blood clots by making platelets less sticky, which can reduce the risk of blockages in the arteries. Together, they help keep the blood flowing smoothly and reduce the risk of heart issues.

How to take Carzustat Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Carzustat C 10mg/75mg Capsule may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Carzustat C 10mg/75mg Capsule, 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely to cause immediate harm but may increase the risk of muscle and liver injury. It can cause serious and difficult-to-control bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Carzustat Tablet

Most side effects of Carzustat are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Carzustat Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness — especially with fever or dark urine — without waiting for your next appointment. Your doctor will check your liver with a blood test before starting and from time to time afterwards. Cholesterol medicines work silently; you will not feel their benefit, and that is not a reason to stop. Tell your doctor if you develop new or worsening diabetes symptoms. Seek urgent care for black or tarry stools, blood in the vomit or urine, a severe headache, or bleeding that will not stop. Tell every doctor and dentist treating you that you are on a blood thinner, well before any procedure. Never stop this medicine on your own before surgery or dental work — stopping it carries its own risk, and the decision is your doctor's. Avoid contact sports and take care with razors and sharp tools.

Do not take Carzustat if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Must not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Not for people with active liver disease. Not for people with active bleeding, a bleeding disorder, or a recent bleed into the brain.

Interactions with other medicines

Grapefruit juice raises the level of some statins — avoid it. Certain antibiotics, antifungals and fibrates increase the risk of muscle damage when combined. Anti-inflammatory painkillers, including over-the-counter ones, sharply raise the bleeding risk. Combining two blood thinners multiplies the risk — never add one yourself. Tell your doctor about all herbal products; several affect clotting.

How to store Carzustat Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Carzustat Tablet

It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or have yellow eyes or skin. Notify your doctor if you experience muscle pain or weakness, particularly if accompanied by fever. Let your doctor know you are taking Carzustat C 10mg/75mg Capsule before undergoing any surgical procedure. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

WALTON HEALTH CARE PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Statin / lipid modifier and Blood thinner