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Cadvast 20mg Tablet Substitute

Medicine Composition:

ROSUVASTATIN-20MG

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When Should You Consider Switching from Cadvast 20mg Tablet?

Patients may explore substitutes in the following scenarios:

  • High monthly cost of Cadvast 20mg Tablet
  • Non-availability in local pharmacies
  • Generic recommendation by a doctor
  • Side effects or better tolerability with alternatives

What to Know Before Switching

Before you switch from Cadvast 20mg Tablet to another medicine, here are some important points to keep in mind:

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Same salt, different brands:

Most substitutes contain the same active ingredient - ROSUVASTATIN-20MG, but the fillers, coating, or manufacturing quality may vary slightly.

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Consult your doctor first:

Even if the salt is the same, your doctor can confirm if the substitute is right for your condition, dosage, and health history.

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Watch out for allergies or reactions:

Some people may react differently to certain brands due to inactive ingredients. If you notice any side effects, inform your doctor immediately.

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Price ≠ effectiveness:

A lower-priced substitute doesn't mean it's less effective. Many generic medicines work just as well as branded ones.

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Check the dosage form and strength:

Always match the substitute’s strength (e.g., 5mg, 10mg) and form (tablet, capsule, syrup) with what your doctor prescribed.

Uses

Cadvast 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), prevention of heart attack, and prevention of stroke. The detailed uses of Cadvast 20mg Tablet are as follows:

  • Cholesterol Management: Cadvast 20mg Tablet is primarily used to lower LDL cholesterol (commonly known as 'bad' cholesterol) and triglycerides in the blood, reducing the risk of heart disease.
  • Cardiovascular Risk Reduction: By lowering cholesterol levels, Cadvast 20mg Tablet significantly decreases the chances of heart attacks and strokes in individuals with cardiovascular conditions or risk factors.
  • Familial Hypercholesterolemia Treatment: Cadvast 20mg Tablet is prescribed to manage lipid levels in patients with familial hypercholesterolemia, a genetic disorder leading to very high cholesterol levels.
  • Improving HDL Cholesterol: Cadvast 20mg Tablet also boosts HDL cholesterol ('good' cholesterol), promoting better heart health.
  • Preventing Atherosclerosis: By maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, Cadvast 20mg Tablet helps prevent plaque build-up in arteries, supporting overall vascular health and circulation.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Cadvast 20mg Tablet lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary events like heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina). Cadvast 20mg Tablet is beneficial in patients who are at high risk of these events.
  • Cadvast 20mg Tablet plays a vital role in slowing atherosclerosis progress (blocked artery walls of the heart due to fat/lipid deposition leading to heart attack and stroke) in adult patients.
  • Cadvast 20mg Tablet reduces the ‘bad’ cholesterol and increases the ‘good’ cholesterol by blocking our body’s production of ‘bad’ cholesterol. Thus, improves your body’s ability to remove bad cholesterol from your blood.
  • It is also prescribed in children (aged eight years or more) suffering from familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic disease resulting in high cholesterol) along with lipid-lowering pills and other dietary measures. 

FAQs

The substitutes of Cadvast 20mg Tablet contain the same active salt(s) - ROSUVASTATIN-20MG. However, they may differ in price, manufacturing quality, and inactive ingredients. Speak to your doctor to find a suitable option.

Switching to a generic substitute medicine in the place of Cadvast 20mg Tablet is often possible if it has the same salt, strength, and dosage form. But always check with your doctor before making any changes to your medication.

Generics versions of Cadvast 20mg Tablet are typically more affordable because they don’t include the original brand's research, development, and marketing costs. They contain the same active ingredient and are approved for safety and effectiveness.

Most people don’t notice any difference. However, some may react to different fillers or coatings. If you notice any unusual symptoms after switching, consult your doctor.

Make sure the new medicine has the same active salt, strength, dosage form. Always confirm the change with your doctor or pharmacist.

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