Description
Statpure A 10/75 mg – Strip of 15 Capsules
Statpure A 10/75 mg – Strip of 15 Capsules
🧪 Composition (per capsule):
Active Ingredient | Strength | Class | Function |
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Rosuvastatin | 10 mg | Statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor) | Lowers LDL cholesterol, raises HDL, lowers triglycerides |
Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic Acid) | 75 mg | Antiplatelet (NSAID) | Prevents clot formation by inhibiting platelet aggregation (via COX-1 inhibition) |
Note: Aspirin in this formulation is usually gastro-resistant (enteric-coated) to reduce stomach irritation, although it’s not explicitly mentioned here.
🎯 Therapeutic Indications (Uses):
Statpure A 10/75 is typically used for cardiovascular protection, especially in patients who:
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Have elevated cholesterol or dyslipidemia
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Are at moderate to high risk of heart disease
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Have hypertension or diabetes with cardiovascular risk
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Have had a heart attack (MI) or stroke
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Are undergoing primary or secondary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
🕒 Dosage & Administration:
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Usual Dose: One capsule once daily, or as prescribed by a physician
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Route: Oral
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Administration: Preferably with food to minimize gastric side effects from aspirin
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Do not crush or chew (especially if aspirin is enteric-coated)
⚠️ Warnings & Precautions:
1. Bleeding Risk (Aspirin):
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Increased risk of GI bleeding, especially in elderly or those with ulcers
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Avoid with other blood thinners unless advised
2. Muscle Toxicity (Rosuvastatin):
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Report muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness—could indicate myopathy or rarely rhabdomyolysis
3. Liver Monitoring:
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Statins can elevate liver enzymes; monitor LFTs periodically
4. Kidney Precautions:
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Use with caution in those with renal impairment
5. Allergic Reactions:
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Avoid in those with aspirin allergy or NSAID-induced asthma
🔄 Drug Interactions:
Interacting Drug/Class | Effect |
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Anticoagulants (e.g., Warfarin) | ↑ Bleeding risk |
NSAIDs | ↑ GI side effects |
Alcohol | ↑ Risk of liver toxicity and GI bleeding |
Antacids (aluminum/magnesium) | ↓ Rosuvastatin absorption |
Other statins or fibrates | ↑ Risk of muscle toxicity |
📋 Contraindications:
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Active peptic ulcer
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Bleeding disorders
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Severe liver disease
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Aspirin hypersensitivity or NSAID allergy
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Pregnancy and lactation (Rosuvastatin is contraindicated)
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
System | Possible Side Effects |
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GI | Nausea, heartburn, gastritis, stomach pain |
Muscular | Myalgia, muscle weakness |
Hematologic | Easy bruising, nosebleeds |
Neurologic | Headache, dizziness |
Others | Liver enzyme elevation, rash |
🧾 Monitoring Parameters:
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Lipid profile (to track statin effectiveness)
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Liver function tests (LFTs)
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Signs of GI bleeding
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Muscle symptoms (CK if necessary)
📦 Packaging:
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Usually available in strips of 15 capsules.
🏷️ Storage:
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Store below 25°C, in a dry, cool place
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Protect from light and moisture
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Keep out of reach of children
🧾 Legal Status (India):
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Schedule H drug – Prescription only
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