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Pitostat is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Pitostat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Pitostat 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
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Is the use of Pitostat safe for pregnant women?
Pitostat can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Pitostat, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Pitostat safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Pitostat on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Pitostat on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pitostat. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pitostat on the Liver?
Pitostat 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 Pitostat on the Heart?
Pitostat has very mild side effects on the heart.
Pitostat 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 Pitostat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pitostat habit forming or addictive?
Pitostat does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Pitostat will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Pitostat is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pitostat in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pitostat
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Pitostat to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pitostat
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Pitostat as it can have severe side effects.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-649
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Livalo (pitavastatin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nikita (pitavastatin)
