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Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atorcia 20 Mg 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 Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Atorcia 20 Mg 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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Is the use of Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Atorcia can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Atorcia has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Atorcia 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 Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Atorcia. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Atorcia only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Atorcia on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet
Consuming Atorcia 20 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Atorcia is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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.
Atorcia 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
Atorcia 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.
Yes, Atorcia 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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