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Caditor 10 Tablet 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, Caditor 10 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Caditor 10 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Caditor 10 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Caditor 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Caditor 10 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 Caditor 10 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Caditor 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Caditor 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Caditor 10 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Caditor 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Caditor 10 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Caditor 10 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Caditor 10 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 Caditor 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Caditor has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Caditor without medical advice.
Is the use of Caditor 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Caditor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Caditor 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Caditor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Caditor 10 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Caditor. 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.
What is the effect of Caditor 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Caditor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Caditor 10 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 Caditor 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Caditor 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Caditor 10 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Caditor 10 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Caditor 10 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Caditor 10 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Caditor 10 Tablet
Taking Caditor 10 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Caditor 10 Tablet
Taking Caditor 10 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Caditor 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.
Caditor 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.
Caditor 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
Yes, Caditor 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.
Yes, Caditor is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
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