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Atostin 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Atostin 20 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Atostin 20 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Atostin 20 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atostin 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atostin 20 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Atostin 20 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Atostin 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Atostin 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atostin 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Atostin 20 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Atostin 20 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Atostin 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Atostin 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 Atostin 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Atostin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Atostin without medical advice.
Is the use of Atostin 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Atostin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Atostin 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Atostin. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Atostin 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Atostin 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 Atostin 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Atostin on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atostin 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atostin 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Atostin 20 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Atostin 20 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Atostin 20 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Atostin 20 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atostin 20 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Atostin 20 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atostin 20 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Atostin 20 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Atostin 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.
Yes, Atostin 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, Atostin 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.
Use Atostin as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Atostin works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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