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Mactor F, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Mactor F also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mactor F. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mactor F can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mactor F are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Mactor F's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Mactor F's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mactor F related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Mactor F since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Mactor F with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mactor F is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Mactor F 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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Mactor F safe for pregnant women?
Mactor F can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Mactor F right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Mactor F safe during breastfeeding?
Mactor F may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Mactor F, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Mactor F.
What is the effect of Mactor F on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Mactor F. 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 Mactor F on the Liver?
Side effects of Mactor F rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Mactor F on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Mactor F on heart. So it is not known whether taking Mactor F will cause side effects on heart or not.
Mactor F 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 Mactor F unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mactor F habit forming or addictive?
Mactor F is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Mactor F since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Mactor F should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mactor F is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mactor F
You can take Mactor F with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mactor F
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mactor F as it can have severe side effects.
No, use of Mactor F does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Mactor F 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.
Mactor F 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 F as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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