Caditor 40 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Caditor 40 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Caditor 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Caditor 40 Tablet 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: High Cholesterol 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: High Cholesterol 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: High Cholesterol 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

Caditor 40 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Caditor 40 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Memory problems

Mild

Musculoskeletal Disorders
Allergic reaction
Nausea or vomiting
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
पेट की गैस
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Common

Headache
Nasopharyngitis
Diarrhoea
Increased Glucose level in the blood
Joint Swelling

Caditor 40 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Caditor 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Caditor has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Caditor without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Caditor 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Caditor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Caditor 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Caditor. 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 Caditor 40 Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Caditor. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Caditor 40 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Caditor 40 Tablet with Other Drugs

Caditor 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Cholestyramine

Colchicine

Niacin

Warfarin

Caditor 40 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Caditor 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Caditor 40 Tablet

Is this Caditor 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Caditor 40 Tablet.

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

Caditor 40 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Caditor 40 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Caditor 40 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Caditor 40 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Caditor 40 Tablet

Taking Caditor 40 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Caditor 40 Tablet

Taking Caditor 40 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Caditor 40 Tablet

Question over 6 years ago

Can I use Caditor without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Caditor 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.

Question almost 7 years ago

What is Caditor?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Caditor 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.

Question over 6 years ago

Can Caditor cause diarrhea?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Caditor 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.

Question over 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Caditor?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Use Caditor as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 7 years ago

How does Caditor work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Caditor 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

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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