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Biotor 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Biotor 20 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Biotor 20 Tablet 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Biotor 20 Tablet are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Biotor 20 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Biotor 20 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Biotor 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Biotor 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Biotor 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Biotor 20 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Alcoholism are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Biotor 20 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Biotor 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Biotor 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Biotor 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 Biotor 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Biotor. If you are pregnant, do not take Biotor without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Biotor 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Biotor on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Biotor 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Biotor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Biotor 20 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Biotor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Biotor 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Biotor rarely affect the heart.
Biotor 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biotor 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Biotor 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Biotor 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Biotor 20 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Biotor 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Biotor 20 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Biotor 20 Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Biotor 20 Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Biotor 20 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Biotor 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Biotor 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.
Use Biotor as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Biotor 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.
Biotor 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.
No, use of Biotor 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
References
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