New Year Bumper Sale @ Rs. 1 X
Atorivas Ez is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Atorivas Ez also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Atorivas Ez depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Atorivas Ez are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Atorivas Ez have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Atorivas Ez are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Atorivas Ez's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Atorivas Ez has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Atorivas Ez related warnings section.
Atorivas Ez is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. The section on Atorivas Ez contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Atorivas Ez may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Atorivas Ez, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Atorivas Ez 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Atorivas Ez safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Atorivas Ez on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Atorivas Ez safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Atorivas Ez. Immediately discontinue Atorivas Ez if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Atorivas Ez on the Kidneys?
Atorivas Ez may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Atorivas Ez on the Liver?
Atorivas Ez may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Atorivas Ez on the Heart?
Atorivas Ez is rarely harmful for the heart.
Atorivas Ez should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atorivas Ez unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atorivas Ez habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Atorivas Ez is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Atorivas Ez
Taking Atorivas Ez with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atorivas Ez
Information about the interaction of Atorivas Ez and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Atorivas Ez 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, Atorivas Ez 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.
Yes, Atorivas Ez 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.
Yes, Atorivas Ez 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.
Atorivas Ez 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.
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)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zetia® (ezetimibe)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 641
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 545-546