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Dispitor 10 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Dispitor 10 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Dispitor 10 Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Dispitor 10 Tablet are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dispitor 10 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Dispitor 10 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 Dispitor 10 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Dispitor 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dispitor 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Dispitor 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dispitor 10 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Dispitor 10 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dispitor 10 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Dispitor 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 Dispitor 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Dispitor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Dispitor 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Dispitor as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Dispitor 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Dispitor. 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 Dispitor 10 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Dispitor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Dispitor 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Dispitor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Dispitor 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 Dispitor 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dispitor 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Dispitor 10 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dispitor 10 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Dispitor 10 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dispitor 10 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dispitor 10 Tablet
Dispitor 10 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dispitor 10 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Dispitor 10 Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, Dispitor 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.
Dispitor 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
No, Dispitor 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.
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.
Use Dispitor as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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