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Atorzip is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Atorzip have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Atorzip. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Atorzip also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Atorzip side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Atorzip are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Atorzip has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Atorzip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Atorzip can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atorzip in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Atorzip contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Atorzip have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Atorzip is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Atorzip 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 Atorzip safe for pregnant women?
Atorzip shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Atorzip safe during breastfeeding?
Atorzip may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atorzip on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Atorzip. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atorzip on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Atorzip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Atorzip only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atorzip on the Heart?
Atorzip is rarely harmful for the heart.
Atorzip 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 Atorzip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorzip habit forming or addictive?
Atorzip 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 Atorzip since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Atorzip only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Atorzip for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atorzip
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Atorzip to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorzip
Taking alcohol with Atorzip can be dangerous.
Yes, Atorzip 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.
Use Atorzip as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Atorzip is a brand name of atorvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.
No, Atorzip should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Atorzip can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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