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Atcor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Atcor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Atcor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Atcor also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atcor as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atcor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Atcor is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Atcor related warnings talks about Atcor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atcor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atcor in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other contraindications of Atcor have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Atcor may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Atcor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Atcor 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atcor is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atcor safe for pregnant women?
Atcor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Atcor safe during breastfeeding?
Atcor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atcor on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Atcor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Atcor on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Atcor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atcor on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Atcor on the heart have been reported.
Atcor 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 Atcor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atcor habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Atcor has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Atcor since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Atcor should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atcor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Atcor
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Atcor to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atcor
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Atcor as it can have severe side effects.
No, Atcor does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Atcor 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, Atcor 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.
Atcor 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.
Yes, Atcor 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.
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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