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Ldtor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Ldtor have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ldtor. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Ldtor include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Ldtor have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ldtor are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Ldtor's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Ldtor related warnings talks about Ldtor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ldtor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ldtor in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ldtor contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ldtor with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ldtor, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Ldtor 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 Ldtor safe for pregnant women?
Ldtor 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 Ldtor safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ldtor on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ldtor on the Kidneys?
Ldtor may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ldtor on the Liver?
Ldtor 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 Ldtor on the Heart?
Ldtor has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ldtor 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 Ldtor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ldtor habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ldtor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ldtor as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ldtor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ldtor in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ldtor
Ldtor may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ldtor
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ldtor as it can have severe side effects.
Ldtor works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
Ldtor 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, Ldtor 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.
No, Ldtor 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.
Ldtor 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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