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Preventor 20 Mg 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 Preventor 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Preventor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Preventor 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Preventor has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Preventor 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Preventor may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Preventor 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Preventor may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Preventor 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Preventor has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Preventor 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Preventor 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Preventor 20 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Preventor 20 Mg Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Preventor 20 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Preventor 20 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Preventor 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Preventor 20 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Preventor 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Preventor 20 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Preventor might cause hair loss but it occurs very rarely. This problem goes away after discontinuation of the drug. However, if you notice excessive hair loss then consult it with your doctor.
No, Preventor does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Preventor might increase your blood sugar levels slightly. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Yes, Preventor has been reported to cause diarrhea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, use of Preventor does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
No, Preventor should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lipitor® (Atorvastatin Calcium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 637-638
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 646-650
