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Altrip, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Altrip 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 Altrip. 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 Altrip include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Altrip side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Altrip normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Altrip's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Altrip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Altrip related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Altrip since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Altrip are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Altrip may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Altrip is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Altrip 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 Altrip is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Altrip safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Altrip. If you are pregnant, do not take Altrip without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Altrip safe during breastfeeding?
Altrip may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Altrip on the Kidneys?
Altrip 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 Altrip on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Altrip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Altrip only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Altrip on the Heart?
Altrip has very mild side effects on the heart.
Altrip 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 Altrip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Altrip habit forming or addictive?
Altrip is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Altrip since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Altrip only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Altrip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Altrip
Some foods when eaten with Altrip can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Altrip
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Altrip as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Altrip 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.
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.
No, Altrip should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Altrip 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
Yes, Altrip 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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