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Atchol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Atchol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Atchol. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Atchol also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Atchol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Atchol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Atchol's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Atchol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Atchol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Atchol contraindications section.
Besides this, Atchol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Atchol is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Atchol 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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Is the use of Atchol safe for pregnant women?
Atchol should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Atchol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Atchol as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Atchol on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Atchol. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atchol on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Atchol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Atchol only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atchol on the Heart?
Atchol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Atchol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atchol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atchol habit forming or addictive?
Atchol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Atchol since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Atchol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Atchol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Atchol
Atchol may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atchol
Consumption of alcohol and Atchol together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Atchol 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, use of Atchol does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Atchol 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.
Atchol 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.
It has been reported to cause weight gain but only in a few cases, this occurs very rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this drug. Then you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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