Soraton 10 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Soraton 10 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Soraton 10 Mg Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Soraton 10 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Soraton 10 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Soraton 10 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Soraton 10 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Soraton 10 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Soraton 10 Mg Tablet 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Soraton. If you are pregnant, do not take Soraton without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Soraton as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Soraton. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Soraton may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Soraton 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Soraton is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Soraton 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Soraton 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Soraton 10 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Soraton 10 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Soraton 10 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Soraton 10 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Soraton 10 Mg Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Soraton 10 Mg Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Soraton 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Soraton 10 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Soraton is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, Soraton 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.
No, Soraton does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Soraton 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.
Soraton 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.
Soraton comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
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