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Pritorva, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Pritorva has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pritorva. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Pritorva also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pritorva can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pritorva go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Pritorva's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pritorva related warnings talks about Pritorva's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Pritorva is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Pritorva have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Pritorva 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 Pritorva is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pritorva 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 Pritorva safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Pritorva. If you are pregnant, do not take Pritorva without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pritorva safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Pritorva for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pritorva on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pritorva. 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 Pritorva on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Pritorva. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pritorva on the Heart?
Side effects of Pritorva rarely affect the heart.
Pritorva 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 Pritorva unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pritorva habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Pritorva has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pritorva will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pritorva only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pritorva for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pritorva
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Pritorva to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pritorva
Taking Pritorva with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Pritorva 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
No, Pritorva does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Pritorva 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.
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.
Yes, Pritorva 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, Pritorva 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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