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Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 in pregnant women.
Is the use of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 safe during breastfeeding?
Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 on the Kidneys?
Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 on the Liver?
Using Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 on the Heart?
Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 is not harmful for the heart.
Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 habit forming or addictive?
Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3
Some foods when eaten with Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3
Information about the interaction of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
No, use of Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Atorvastatin + Vitamin B3 comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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