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Clavix Gold 20 Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Clavix Gold 20 Capsule also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Clavix Gold 20 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Clavix Gold 20 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clavix Gold 20 Capsule related warnings section.
Clavix Gold 20 Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Clavix Gold 20 Capsule in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Bleeding. Some other conditions that can be affected by Clavix Gold 20 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Clavix Gold 20 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clavix Gold 20 Capsule is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Clavix Gold 20 Capsule is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clavix Gold 20 Capsule is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Clavix Gold can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clavix Gold right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Clavix Gold has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Clavix Gold rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Clavix Gold. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Clavix Gold only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Clavix Gold 20 Capsule on the Heart?
Clavix Gold may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clavix Gold 20 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clavix Gold 20 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Clavix Gold 20 Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Clavix Gold 20 Capsule
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Clavix Gold 20 Capsule to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clavix Gold 20 Capsule
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clavix Gold 20 Capsule with alcohol.
Yes, Clavix Gold 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.
No, Clavix Gold does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Clavix Gold might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Yes, Clavix Gold might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Clavix Gold 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.
Use Clavix Gold as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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