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Assat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Assat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Assat depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Assat are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Assat can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Assat 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Assat is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Assat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Assat is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Assat contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Assat may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Assat, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Assat 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 Assat is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Assat safe for pregnant women?
Assat shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Assat safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Assat on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Assat on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Assat. 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 Assat on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Assat. 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 Assat on the Heart?
Assat is rarely harmful for the heart.
Assat 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 Assat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Assat habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Assat.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Assat will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Assat only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Assat for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Assat
Assat may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Assat
Consumption of alcohol and Assat together may have severe effects on your health.
Assat comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Assat is a brand name of atorvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.
No, Assat does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Assat 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, Assat 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience