Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Benefits & Uses

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aztor 20 Tablet (60) is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting

Common

Headache
पेट की गैस
Pharyngitis
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Dyspepsia
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Related Warnings

Is the use of Aztor 20 Tablet (60) safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Aztor. If you are pregnant, do not take Aztor without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Aztor 20 Tablet (60) safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Aztor on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Aztor 20 Tablet (60) on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Aztor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Aztor 20 Tablet (60) on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Aztor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Aztor 20 Tablet (60) on the Heart?

Aztor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Aztor 20 Tablet (60) with Other Drugs

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Itraconazole

Moderate

Diltiazem

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aztor 20 Tablet (60) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Aztor 20 Tablet (60)

Is this Aztor 20 Tablet (60) habit forming or addictive?

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Aztor 20 Tablet (60) since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Aztor 20 Tablet (60) only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Aztor 20 Tablet (60) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aztor 20 Tablet (60)

When consumed with certain foods, Aztor 20 Tablet (60) may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Aztor 20 Tablet (60)

Consumption of alcohol and Aztor 20 Tablet (60) together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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

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

Aztor 20 Tablet (60)

Aztor 20 Tablet (60)

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Benefits & Uses

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Dosage & How to Take

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Side Effects

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Aztor 20 Tablet (60) with Other Drugs

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Aztor 20 Tablet (60)

Aztor 20 Tablet (60) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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