Statin 10 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Statin 10 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Statin 10 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 10 - 20 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 10 - 20 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range: 10 - 20 mg/day

Statin 10 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Statin 10 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Dyspepsia
Diarrhoea
पेट की गैस
Infection
Influenza like symptoms

Statin 10 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Statin 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Statin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Statin without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Statin 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Statin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Statin 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Statin 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Statin 10 Tablet on the Liver?

Statin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Statin 10 Tablet on the Heart?

Statin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Statin 10 Tablet with Other Drugs

Statin 10 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Statin 10 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Statin 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Cancer
Alcoholism
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Statin 10 Tablet

Is this Statin 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Statin 10 Tablet.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Statin 10 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Statin 10 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Statin 10 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Statin 10 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Statin 10 Tablet

When consumed with certain foods, Statin 10 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Statin 10 Tablet

Consuming Statin 10 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

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