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Cholechek 10 Tablet 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 Cholechek 10 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cholechek 10 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cholechek 10 Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Cholechek 10 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cholechek 10 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Cholechek 10 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Cholechek 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cholechek 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Cholechek 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 contraindications of Cholechek 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Cholechek 10 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cholechek 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cholechek 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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Cholechek 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Cholechek can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Cholechek 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cholechek has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cholechek 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Cholechek. 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 Cholechek 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Cholechek 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 Cholechek 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cholechek on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cholechek 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cholechek 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cholechek 10 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cholechek 10 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cholechek 10 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cholechek 10 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cholechek 10 Tablet
Taking Cholechek 10 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cholechek 10 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Cholechek 10 Tablet can be dangerous.
No, Cholechek 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.
No, use of Cholechek does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Cholechek 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.
Cholechek 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.
Use Cholechek as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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