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Arpitor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Arpitor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Arpitor is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Arpitor also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Arpitor as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Arpitor 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.
Arpitor's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Arpitor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Arpitor related warnings section.
Arpitor 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 contraindications of Arpitor have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Arpitor with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Arpitor, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Arpitor 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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Is the use of Arpitor safe for pregnant women?
Arpitor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Arpitor safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Arpitor on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Arpitor on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Arpitor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Arpitor on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Arpitor. 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 Arpitor on the Heart?
Side effects of Arpitor rarely affect the heart.
Arpitor 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 Arpitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arpitor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Arpitor is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Arpitor will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Arpitor only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Arpitor for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arpitor
Some foods when eaten with Arpitor can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arpitor
Consuming Arpitor with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Arpitor 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.
Yes, Arpitor 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.
No, Arpitor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
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, use of Arpitor does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
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