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Omnitor, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Omnitor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Omnitor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Omnitor also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Omnitor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Omnitor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Omnitor's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Omnitor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Omnitor related warnings section.
Omnitor is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Omnitor contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Omnitor have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Omnitor, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Omnitor 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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Is the use of Omnitor safe for pregnant women?
Omnitor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Omnitor safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Omnitor on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Omnitor on the Kidneys?
Omnitor can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Omnitor on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Omnitor. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Omnitor on the Heart?
Omnitor is rarely harmful for the heart.
Omnitor 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 Omnitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omnitor habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omnitor has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Omnitor since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omnitor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Omnitor for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omnitor
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Omnitor to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnitor
Taking Omnitor with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Omnitor has been reported to cause diarrhea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Omnitor 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
Use Omnitor as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Omnitor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, use of Omnitor does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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