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Ramitorva, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Ramitorva have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ramitorva. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Ramitorva also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Ramitorva side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ramitorva normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ramitorva's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Ramitorva's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ramitorva related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Asthma must refrain from the use of Ramitorva since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ramitorva are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ramitorva have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ramitorva is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ramitorva 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 Ramitorva safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ramitorva. If you are pregnant, do not take Ramitorva without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ramitorva safe during breastfeeding?
Ramitorva has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ramitorva on the Kidneys?
Ramitorva rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ramitorva on the Liver?
Ramitorva may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ramitorva on the Heart?
Ramitorva may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ramitorva 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 Ramitorva unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ramitorva habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ramitorva.
Interaction between Food and Ramitorva
When consumed with certain foods, Ramitorva may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ramitorva
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ramitorva with alcohol.
No, Ramitorva does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Ramitorva 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.
Ramitorva 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, Ramitorva should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Ramitorva 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.
Yes, Ramitorva 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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