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Atcor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Atcor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Atcor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Atcor also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atcor as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atcor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Atcor is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Atcor related warnings talks about Atcor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atcor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atcor in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other contraindications of Atcor have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Atcor may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Atcor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Atcor 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 Atcor is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atcor safe for pregnant women?
Atcor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Atcor safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Atcor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Atcor on the Kidneys?
Atcor 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 Atcor on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Atcor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Atcor only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atcor on the Heart?
Atcor is rarely harmful for the heart.
Atcor 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 Atcor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atcor habit forming or addictive?
Atcor does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Atcor does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Atcor only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atcor is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atcor
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Atcor to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atcor
Taking alcohol with Atcor can be dangerous.
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
