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Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Atorzip 20 Mg 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Atorzip 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 Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Atorzip 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 Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Atorzip shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Atorzip may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Atorzip. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Atorzip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Atorzip only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Atorzip is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Atorzip 20 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Atorzip 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.
Use Atorzip as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Atorzip is a brand name of atorvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.
No, Atorzip should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Atorzip 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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