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Threpro 5 Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Other than this, Threpro 5 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Threpro 5 Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Threpro 5 Capsule are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Threpro 5 Capsule as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Threpro 5 Capsule normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Threpro 5 Capsule's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Threpro 5 Capsule has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Threpro 5 Capsule related warnings section.
Threpro 5 Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Threpro 5 Capsule in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Asthma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Threpro 5 Capsule contraindications section.
Additionally, Threpro 5 Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Threpro 5 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Threpro 5 Capsule is used to treat the following -
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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Is the use of Threpro 5 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Threpro should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Threpro 5 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Threpro has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Threpro 5 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Threpro on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Threpro 5 Capsule on the Liver?
Threpro may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Threpro 5 Capsule on the Heart?
Side effects of Threpro rarely affect the heart.
Threpro 5 Capsule 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 Threpro 5 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Threpro 5 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Threpro 5 Capsule is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Threpro 5 Capsule
Threpro 5 Capsule may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Threpro 5 Capsule
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Threpro 5 Capsule with alcohol.
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, Threpro 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, Threpro can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
Use Threpro as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Threpro 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.
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