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Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet 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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Is the use of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Storvas D is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Storvas D does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Storvas D is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Storvas D does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Storvas D without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Storvas D 20 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Storvas D 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, Storvas D does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Storvas D 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.
Storvas D comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
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, Storvas D 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.
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