Pitostat Benefits & Uses

Pitostat is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

High Triglycerides

Pitostat 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: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 4 mg, once daily
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 4 mg, once daily

Pitostat Related Warnings

Is the use of Pitostat safe for pregnant women?

Pitostat may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Pitostat again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Pitostat safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Pitostat for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Pitostat on the Kidneys?

Pitostat 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pitostat on the Liver?

Pitostat can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pitostat on the Heart?

Pitostat is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pitostat with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Erythromycin

Gemfibrozil

Colchicine

Moderate

Rifampicin

Alcohol

Pitostat Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Hypothyroidism
Jaundice
Trauma
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Pitostat

Is this Pitostat habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pitostat is addictive.

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

Pitostat does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Pitostat only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Pitostat for mental disorders.

No

Pitostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pitostat

Some foods when eaten with Pitostat can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Pitostat

Consuming Pitostat with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe