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Zetitor is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Zetitor have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Zetitor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Zetitor include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zetitor as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zetitor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zetitor is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zetitor related warnings talks about Zetitor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zetitor is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Zetitor contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Zetitor may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Zetitor is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Zetitor 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zetitor is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zetitor safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Zetitor on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Zetitor safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Zetitor. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Zetitor on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Zetitor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Zetitor on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Zetitor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Zetitor only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zetitor on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zetitor on the heart have been reported.
Zetitor 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 Zetitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zetitor habit forming or addictive?
Zetitor does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Zetitor
Zetitor may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zetitor
Information about the interaction of Zetitor and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Zetitor 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
It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Zetitor 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.
Zetitor 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, use of Zetitor 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
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