Exeroz, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Exeroz have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Exeroz depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Exeroz as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Exeroz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Exeroz has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Exeroz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Exeroz related warnings section.
Exeroz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Exeroz in conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Exeroz have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Exeroz with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Exeroz is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Exeroz 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Exeroz safe for pregnant women?
Exeroz can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Exeroz safe during breastfeeding?
Exeroz may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Exeroz on the Kidneys?
Exeroz can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Exeroz on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Exeroz. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Exeroz only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Exeroz on the Heart?
Exeroz is rarely harmful for the heart.
Exeroz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exeroz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Exeroz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Exeroz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Exeroz does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Exeroz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Exeroz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Exeroz
Exeroz may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Exeroz
Taking alcohol with Exeroz can be dangerous.
Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Exeroz. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Exeroz does not interact with grapefruit products.
Yes, Exeroz has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Use Exeroz as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Exeroz does not cause diabetes but it might increase the risk of developing diabetes mellitus after long-term use in higher doses because this drug may increase the blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). Your doctor might monitor your blood sugar levels before starting, in the middle and after using this drug.
Yes, use of Exeroz may cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you experience severe memory loss after taking this drug, then do not hesitate to inform your doctor immediately.
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