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Omnitor, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Omnitor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Omnitor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Omnitor also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Omnitor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Omnitor 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.
In addition, Omnitor's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Omnitor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Omnitor related warnings section.
Omnitor is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Omnitor contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Omnitor have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Omnitor, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Omnitor 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 Omnitor is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Omnitor safe for pregnant women?
Omnitor has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Omnitor without medical advice.
Is the use of Omnitor safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Omnitor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Omnitor on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Omnitor. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Omnitor on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Omnitor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Omnitor on the Heart?
Omnitor has very mild side effects on the heart.
Omnitor 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 Omnitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omnitor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Omnitor is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Omnitor since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omnitor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Omnitor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omnitor
Taking Omnitor with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnitor
Taking alcohol with Omnitor can be dangerous.
Omnitor 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, Omnitor should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Omnitor 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.
No, Omnitor does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Omnitor 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.
Yes, Omnitor 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.
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