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Pleotor F is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Pleotor F also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Pleotor F depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pleotor F as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pleotor F are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Pleotor F has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pleotor F's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Pleotor F can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pleotor F in conditions like Allergy, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease.
Besides this, Pleotor F may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pleotor F is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pleotor F is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pleotor F is used -
Severe
Is the use of Pleotor F safe for pregnant women?
Pleotor F can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Pleotor F right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Pleotor F safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pleotor F. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pleotor F immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pleotor F again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pleotor F on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pleotor F. 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 Pleotor F on the Liver?
Pleotor F is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pleotor F on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Pleotor F on the heart, information on safety of Pleotor F for the heart is unavailable.
Pleotor F 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 Pleotor F unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pleotor F habit forming or addictive?
Pleotor F 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 Pleotor F since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Pleotor F should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pleotor F is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pleotor F
Taking Pleotor F with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pleotor F
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Pleotor F as it can have severe side effects.
Pleotor F 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.
No, Pleotor F 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, Pleotor F does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Pleotor F 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.
Pleotor F 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.
Yes, Pleotor F can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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