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Atrostat Information

Atrostat is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Secondary and off-label uses of Atrostat have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Atrostat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Atrostat include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Atrostat can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atrostat 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.

It is also important to note that Atrostat has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Atrostat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Atrostat 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 Atrostat are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Atrostat may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atrostat is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Atrostat Benefits & Uses
Atrostat Dosage & How to Take
Atrostat Side Effects
Atrostat Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Atrostat with Other Drugs
Atrostat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Atrostat
Atrostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Atrostat Benefits & Uses

Atrostat is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)

Other Benefits

Atrostat Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Atrostat Related Warnings

Is the use of Atrostat safe for pregnant women?

Atrostat should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Atrostat safe during breastfeeding?

Atrostat may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Atrostat on the Kidneys?

Atrostat 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Atrostat on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Atrostat. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Atrostat on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Atrostat on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Atrostat with Other Drugs

Atrostat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Cholestyramine

Colchicine

Niacin

Warfarin

Atrostat Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atrostat unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hypothyroidism
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Alcoholism
Trauma

Frequently asked Questions about Atrostat

Is this Atrostat habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Atrostat has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Atrostat since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Atrostat should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Atrostat is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Atrostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Atrostat

Atrostat may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Atrostat

Consuming Atrostat with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Atrostat

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Atrostat?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Use Atrostat as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Atrostat cause weight gain?

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Atrostat in the morning?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Atrostat 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Atrostat work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Atrostat 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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Atrostat cause hair loss?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Atrostat 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.