Buy Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s- Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Instructions

Product Overview

How To Use Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush the capsule. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time if it is indicated for everyday use.

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Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Abdominal pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Flatulence, Gallstones, Rashes

Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, Diarrhea, headache, cough, insomnia, chest pain, rash, fatigue, dizziness, influenza, blurred vision, myalgia, elevated serum transaminase, alopoecia, paraesthesia, impotence, gynaecomastia.

Warning Precautions

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s. Generally, consuming alcohol will increase triglyceride level and may also damage the liver. Patients with high alcohol intake is at risk of developing rare side effects of myopathy and/or rhabdomyolysis. Please consult your doctor before using it. It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s because it may worsen the side effects of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s such as nausea and vomiting, dizziness and visual disturbances.

Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe - High Risk)

Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor before using it. Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s is unsafe to use during pregnancy. Both Animal and human studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus. The risk always outweigh the benefit of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning (Not Advisable)

The safety of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s for use during lactation is unknown. Limited human data suggests that 160mg tablets should not be used in nursing mothers. Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s is contraindicated for breastfeeding mothers because a small amount of it is excreted in breast milk.

Driving Warning (Generally Safe)

Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s cause minimal to no side effects which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s may be needed. Please consult your doctor before using it. Use of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. You should start the drug with 10 mg a day and further dose adjustment of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s should not be used in patients with liver disease due to inadequate data. Please consult your doctor before using it.Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. You should start Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s with 10 mg a day and further dose adjustment of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQ

What medications should not be taken with Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s?

There are few medications such as blood thinners, cyclosporine and statins which should not be taken with Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s. Therefore, it is recommended that you give your doctor a full medical history regarding your ongoing medications. This is done to analyse the condition and provide a proper management treatment to help minimise the side effects of the medication

Can I take Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s with statins?

Using Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s with statins can increase the risk of side effects. Therefore, combination therapy is usually used on high risk patients and requires close monitoring by a doctor.

Will taking Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s increase my chances of diabetes?

If you're at a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking statins may slightly increase this risk. This is because statins can marginally raise your blood sugar levels. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise you to monitor your blood sugar levels during the first few months of taking Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s. This risk, however, is outweighed by the reduction in vascular risk with statins and therefore should not be a reason for stopping statin treatment

Why does Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s make me tired?

The reason why Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s makes you tired is because it reduces the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind this is Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s causes myopathy. Generalized fatigue occurs more often in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s also causes muscle weakness which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, if you feel tired while taking Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s consult your doctor.

If I wish to stop consuming Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s, do I have to gradually reduce the dosage or can I stop taking it completely?

This medication should not be stopped abruptly because it is usually prescribed for long-term conditions. You should consult your doctor before making any changes to your medication. If you experience unwanted side effects from taking this medicine, consult your doctor immediately as a precaution.

Does grapefruit juice effect my medicine?

Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s interacts with grapefruit juice if you drink it in large quantities as it increases the bioavailability of the medication. It is recommended that grapefruit juice is to be avoided or the dosage of Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s be adjusted accordingly.

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Information last updated on: Tue Oct 29 2024 02:15:29 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time) The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.

The content provided on this webpage is to provide information only, to be fully-interpreted by a medical professional, and not intended as a guide to make purchase decisions, or a substitute to advice of a medical professional. Effectiveness and side effects of medication may differ from individual to individual. We do not encourage any customer to self-diagnose and/or self-medicate. Patients should always consult a medical professional before taking or using any medication. The content provided here is non-exhaustive and may not cover all aspects of the medication. Our service should only be used to support the doctor-patient dynamic, not replace it.

The fulfilment of prescription medication is subject to our review of a prescription issued by a Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) registered doctor. If required, we will provide a tele-consult service with one of our registered panel doctors. This is not an advertisement of a medicine as such an advertisement would require prior approval from the Medicines Advertisement Board of Malaysia. Pravafen 40/160mg Capsule 30s is available in many areas in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang, Titiwangsa, Setiawangsa, Wangsa Maju, Kepong, Segambut, Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Mont Kiara, Puchong, Bandar Sunway, TTDI, Seri Kembangan, Klang, Bukit Tinggi, Damansara, Sentul, Penang, George Town, Jelutong, Gelugor, Bayan Baru, Bandar Baru Air Itam, Sungai Ara, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth, Perai, Johor Bahru, Skudai, Bukit Indah, Gelang Patah, Senai, Pasir Gudang, Taman Daya, Taman Molek, Taman Perling, Tebrau, Danga Bay, Larkin, Nusajaya, Pontian, Masai, Setia Tropika, Desaru, Tampoi.

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