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Mactor Ez, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Mactor Ez have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mactor Ez. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mactor Ez include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mactor Ez can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mactor Ez go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Mactor Ez's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Mactor Ez has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mactor Ez related warnings section.
Mactor Ez can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mactor Ez in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mactor Ez are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Mactor Ez 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 Mactor Ez is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Mactor Ez 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 Mactor Ez safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Mactor EZ for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Mactor Ez safe during breastfeeding?
Mactor EZ may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Mactor EZ, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Mactor EZ.
What is the effect of Mactor Ez on the Kidneys?
Mactor EZ 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 Mactor Ez on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Mactor EZ. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Mactor EZ only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mactor Ez on the Heart?
Mactor EZ has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mactor Ez 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 Mactor Ez unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mactor Ez habit forming or addictive?
Mactor Ez is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Mactor Ez
Some foods when eaten with Mactor Ez can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mactor Ez
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Mactor Ez.
Yes, Mactor EZ 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.
Mactor EZ 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
Use Mactor EZ as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Mactor EZ 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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