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Sitestat, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Sitestat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Sitestat 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Sitestat include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sitestat can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sitestat go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sitestat has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Sitestat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Sitestat 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 contraindications of Sitestat have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Sitestat may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Sitestat, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Sitestat 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 Sitestat is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sitestat safe for pregnant women?
Sitestat can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Sitestat safe during breastfeeding?
Sitestat has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sitestat on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Sitestat. 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 Sitestat on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Sitestat. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Sitestat only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Sitestat on the Heart?
Side effects of Sitestat rarely affect the heart.
Sitestat 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 Sitestat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sitestat habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Sitestat.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Sitestat as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sitestat only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sitestat cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Sitestat
When consumed with certain foods, Sitestat may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sitestat
Taking Sitestat with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Sitestat 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.
No, Sitestat 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.
Use Sitestat as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Sitestat 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, Sitestat does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Sitestat 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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