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Atv is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Atv have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Atv depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The most common side effects of Atv are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Atv side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Atv normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Atv is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Atv has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Atv related warnings section.
Atv is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Atv contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Atv may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Atv, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Atv 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 Atv is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atv safe for pregnant women?
Atv 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 Atv safe during breastfeeding?
Atv has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atv on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Atv. 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 Atv on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Atv. 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 Atv on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Atv on the heart have been reported.
Atv 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 Atv unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atv habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Atv has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Atv does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Atv should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Atv in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Atv
Some foods when eaten with Atv can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atv
Consumption of alcohol and Atv together may have severe effects on your health.
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
