Atorivas is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Atorivas also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Atorivas is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Atorivas include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atorivas as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atorivas go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Atorivas has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Atorivas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Atorivas related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Atorivas since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Atorivas contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Atorivas may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Atorivas is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Atorivas 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 Atorivas is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atorivas safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Atorivas. If you are pregnant, do not take Atorivas without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Atorivas safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Atorivas on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Atorivas on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Atorivas. 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 Atorivas on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Atorivas. 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 Atorivas on the Heart?
Atorivas may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Atorivas 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 Atorivas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorivas habit forming or addictive?
Atorivas 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 Atorivas since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Atorivas only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Atorivas for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atorivas
When consumed with certain foods, Atorivas may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorivas
Taking Atorivas with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Atorivas might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
Yes, Atorivas 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.
Atorivas 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.
Atorivas 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.
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.
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