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Altrip 10 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Altrip 10 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Altrip 10 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Altrip 10 Tablet are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Altrip 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Altrip 10 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Altrip 10 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Altrip 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Altrip 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Altrip 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Altrip 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Altrip 10 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Altrip 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Altrip 10 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Altrip 10 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Altrip 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Altrip shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Altrip 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Altrip has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Altrip 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Altrip. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Altrip 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Altrip may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Altrip 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Altrip is rarely harmful for the heart.
Altrip 10 Tablet 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 Altrip 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Altrip 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Altrip 10 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Altrip 10 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Altrip 10 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Altrip 10 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Altrip 10 Tablet
Altrip 10 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Altrip 10 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Altrip 10 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Altrip 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.
Use Altrip as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Altrip 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
Yes, Altrip might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Yes, Altrip 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650