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Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15), it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) 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 Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Atorfit. If you are pregnant, do not take Atorfit without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Atorfit on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Atorfit. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Atorfit. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) on the Heart?
Side effects of Atorfit rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) habit forming or addictive?
Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15)
Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15)
Taking Atorfit 40 Mg Tablet (15) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Atorfit does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Atorfit 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, Atorfit 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.
Yes, Atorfit 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, Atorfit should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, use of Atorfit 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
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