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Atosar 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Atosar 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Atosar 20 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Atosar 20 Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Atosar 20 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Atosar 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Atosar 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Atosar 20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Atosar 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Atosar 20 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atosar 20 Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Atosar 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Atosar 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atosar 20 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Atosar 20 Tablet 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 Atosar 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Atosar. If you are pregnant, do not take Atosar without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Atosar 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Atosar on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Atosar 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Atosar can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Atosar 20 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Atosar. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Atosar only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atosar 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Atosar is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atosar 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atosar 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Atosar 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Atosar 20 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Atosar 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Atosar 20 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Atosar 20 Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Atosar 20 Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atosar 20 Tablet
Consuming Atosar 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, use of Atosar does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
No, Atosar 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.
No, Atosar should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Atosar 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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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