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Pritorva 10 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Pritorva 10 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pritorva 10 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Pritorva 10 Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pritorva 10 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Pritorva 10 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pritorva 10 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Pritorva 10 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pritorva 10 Tablet related warnings section.
Pritorva 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Pritorva 10 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Pritorva 10 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Pritorva 10 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Pritorva 10 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 Pritorva 10 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pritorva has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pritorva without medical advice.
Is the use of Pritorva 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Pritorva has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Pritorva 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Pritorva 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 Pritorva 10 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pritorva. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Pritorva 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Pritorva on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pritorva 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pritorva 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Pritorva 10 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Pritorva 10 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pritorva 10 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pritorva 10 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pritorva 10 Tablet
Pritorva 10 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pritorva 10 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Pritorva 10 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Pritorva 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
No, Pritorva does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Pritorva 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.
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.
Yes, Pritorva 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.
No, Pritorva is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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