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Caat 10 Tablet (15) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Caat 10 Tablet (15) has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Caat 10 Tablet (15) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Caat 10 Tablet (15) include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Caat 10 Tablet (15) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Caat 10 Tablet (15) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Caat 10 Tablet (15)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Caat 10 Tablet (15) related warnings talks about Caat 10 Tablet (15)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Caat 10 Tablet (15) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Caat 10 Tablet (15) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Caat 10 Tablet (15) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Caat 10 Tablet (15) is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Caat 10 Tablet (15) 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 Caat 10 Tablet (15) safe for pregnant women?
Caat can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Caat 10 Tablet (15) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Caat for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Caat 10 Tablet (15) on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Caat. 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 Caat 10 Tablet (15) on the Liver?
Caat can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Caat 10 Tablet (15) on the Heart?
Caat has very mild side effects on the heart.
Caat 10 Tablet (15) 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 Caat 10 Tablet (15) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Caat 10 Tablet (15) habit forming or addictive?
Caat 10 Tablet (15) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Caat 10 Tablet (15) will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Caat 10 Tablet (15) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Caat 10 Tablet (15) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Caat 10 Tablet (15)
When consumed with certain foods, Caat 10 Tablet (15) may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Caat 10 Tablet (15)
Consuming Caat 10 Tablet (15) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Caat 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, Caat should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Use Caat as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by 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.
Yes, Caat 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.
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