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Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10). The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Atorsave 40 Tablet (10)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Atorsave 40 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) 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 Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Atorsave should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Atorsave for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Atorsave. 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 Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Atorsave. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Atorsave has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atorsave 40 Tablet (10)
Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorsave 40 Tablet (10)
Taking alcohol with Atorsave 40 Tablet (10) can be dangerous.
No, use of Atorsave does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Atorsave 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.
Yes, Atorsave 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.
No, Atorsave is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
No, Atorsave should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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