Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is used for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. A heart attack generally refers to a blocked flow of blood to the heart due to the blockage of the arteries. The blockage is most often a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries).
Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is composed of rosuvastatin and aspirin. This medicine reduces the bad cholesterol (also known as low-density lipoproteins or LDL), and triglycerides (TG). It also collectively prevents the formation of clots in the blood vessels. Together, Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule helps to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina).
In some cases, you may experience headache, ankle swelling (oedema), dark urine, muscle weakness, slow heart rate, dizziness, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Take Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule with or without food. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your medicine based on your medical condition. Try not to stop taking this medicine on your own. Do not chew, break, or crush the medicine.
Avoid taking Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule if you are allergic to it. Stopping Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule abruptly may worsen your condition and increase your risk of future heart attack. Let your doctor know if you have any active liver disease, bleeding issues, muscle problems, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Patients should inform the doctor that they are taking Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule before any surgery is scheduled or any new medicine is taken.
Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is used in prevention of heart attack and stroke. The detailed uses of Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule are as follows:
- Cardiovascular Protection: Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is frequently prescribed to prevent blood clots in individuals at high risk of heart attacks or strokes.
- Anti-inflammatory Effects: Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is known for its ability to reduce inflammation associated with various medical conditions.
- Management of Angina: Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule supports the management of angina symptoms by enhancing blood flow and reducing the heart’s workload.
- Post-surgical Care: Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is administered after certain surgeries to lower the risk of thromboembolic events, promoting smoother recovery.
Directions for Use
- Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
- Swallow Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Medicinal Benefits
- Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is composed of two medicines: Atorvastatin and Aspirin.
- Atorvastatin is an antilipemic agent (cholesterol-lowering) which works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol.
- It also lowers the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL) levels and increases good cholesterol levels (high-density lipoprotein or HDL) in the blood.
- Aspirin is an anti-platelet drug that decreases blood clot’s formation by preventing the platelets from clubbing together.
- Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule helps in the free flow of blood, thereby preventing a heart attack, stroke and other peripheral vascular diseases.
- Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule reduces the risk of coronary events, such as heart attack, stroke and angina (chest pain).
How Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule Works
Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is composed of two medicines namely: Atorvastatin and Aspirin. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication which blocks the enzyme required to make cholesterol in the body. It reduces the bad cholesterol (also known as low-density lipoproteins or LDL), and triglycerides (TG). It increases the levels of good cholesterol (also known as high-density lipoproteins or HDL). Aspirin is a blood thinner or anti-platelet (anticoagulant) that collectively prevents the formation of clots in the blood vessels. Together Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule help to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina). Additionally, it is also given to the patients who had a recent heart bypass surgery (CABG) to control the level of cholesterol and prevent blood clots.
Storage
• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain – To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
What if I have taken an overdose of Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule
Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
Drug Warnings
- Let your doctor know if you are highly sensitive to atorvastatin or aspirin, have any active liver disease, active bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer, brain haemorrhage), are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
- The patient should inform the doctor that they are taking Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule before any surgery is scheduled or any new medicine is taken.
- Atorvastatin present in Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule is a pregnancy category X drug so it is contraindicated in pregnant women.
- Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule contains atorvastatin, which can cause muscle problems like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. So, any signs of muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness during the initial months of the treatment should be closely monitored.
- Safety and effectiveness of Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule have not been established, so its use should be avoided in paediatric patients or children less than 12 years of age.
- Abrupt discontinuation of Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule may lead to the occurrence of cardiovascular events like heart attack, stroke, and angina (heart-related chest pain). Hence, you should consult a doctor before stopping the dose of Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule .
- Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or drowsiness while using Synaprin AV 75/20 Capsule .
- Please do not consume alcohol since it may worsen the side effects like dizziness and increased blood pressure.
