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Coltro, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Coltro also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Coltro depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Coltro have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Coltro are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Coltro is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Coltro has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Coltro related warnings section.
Coltro can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Coltro in conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Coltro have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Coltro may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Coltro is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Coltro is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Coltro safe for pregnant women?
Coltro has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Coltro without medical advice.
Is the use of Coltro safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Coltro as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Coltro on the Kidneys?
Coltro may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Coltro on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Coltro. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Coltro only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Coltro on the Heart?
Coltro is rarely harmful for the heart.
Coltro should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coltro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Coltro habit forming or addictive?
Coltro is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Coltro since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Coltro should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Coltro cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Coltro
Coltro may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coltro
Taking Coltro with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Coltro is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, dizziness, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Coltro. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Coltro does not interact with grapefruit products.
No, Coltro is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Coltro does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting, in the middle and after using this drug.
Yes, Coltro has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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