Clopitorva is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Other than this, Clopitorva has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Clopitorva 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.
Common side effects of Clopitorva include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clopitorva as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Clopitorva are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clopitorva is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Clopitorva has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clopitorva related warnings section.
Clopitorva is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Bleeding as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clopitorva contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Clopitorva have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Clopitorva is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Clopitorva is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clopitorva is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Clopitorva safe for pregnant women?
Clopitorva may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Clopitorva, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Clopitorva safe during breastfeeding?
Clopitorva has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clopitorva on the Kidneys?
Clopitorva rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clopitorva on the Liver?
Clopitorva 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 Clopitorva on the Heart?
Clopitorva may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Clopitorva should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clopitorva unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clopitorva habit forming or addictive?
Clopitorva does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Clopitorva
Clopitorva may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clopitorva
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clopitorva with alcohol will be.
Yes, Clopitorva 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.
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.
Clopitorva 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, Clopitorva should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Clopitorva 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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