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Kanasta, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Kanasta has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Kanasta depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Kanasta are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kanasta as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Kanasta normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Kanasta's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Kanasta related warnings talks about Kanasta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Kanasta can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Kanasta in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Kanasta contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Kanasta have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Kanasta is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Kanasta 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
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Is the use of Kanasta safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Kanasta on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Kanasta safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Kanasta. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Kanasta on the Kidneys?
Kanasta can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Kanasta on the Liver?
Kanasta 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 Kanasta on the Heart?
Kanasta has very mild side effects on the heart.
Kanasta 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 Kanasta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kanasta habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Kanasta is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Kanasta
Kanasta may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kanasta
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Kanasta with alcohol.
No, Kanasta should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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.
Kanasta 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, Kanasta 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.
Kanasta 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.
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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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