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Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone safe for pregnant women?
Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone on the Kidneys?
Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone on the Heart?
Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone 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 Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone.
Interaction between Food and Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone
There is no information on the effects of taking Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Use Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone 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, Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone 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.
Atorvastatin + Pioglitazone 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.
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