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Aztor 80 Tablet (15) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Aztor 80 Tablet (15) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aztor 80 Tablet (15). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Aztor 80 Tablet (15)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Aztor 80 Tablet (15) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aztor 80 Tablet (15) related warnings section.
Aztor 80 Tablet (15) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Aztor 80 Tablet (15) in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aztor 80 Tablet (15) contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aztor 80 Tablet (15) is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Aztor 80 Tablet (15) 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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Aztor. If you are pregnant, do not take Aztor without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Aztor on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) on the Kidneys?
Aztor 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 Aztor 80 Tablet (15) on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Aztor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Aztor 80 Tablet (15) on the Heart?
Aztor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aztor 80 Tablet (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aztor 80 Tablet (15) habit forming or addictive?
Aztor 80 Tablet (15) is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Aztor 80 Tablet (15) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Aztor 80 Tablet (15) only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aztor 80 Tablet (15) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aztor 80 Tablet (15)
Taking Aztor 80 Tablet (15) with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aztor 80 Tablet (15)
Consuming Aztor 80 Tablet (15) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Aztor 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.
Yes, Aztor has been reported to cause diarrhea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Aztor can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Aztor 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, Aztor should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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