Tonact 5 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Tonact 5 Tablet Information

Tonact 5 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Tonact 5 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 Tonact 5 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Tonact 5 Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tonact 5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tonact 5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Tonact 5 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tonact 5 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tonact 5 Tablet related warnings section.

Tonact 5 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tonact 5 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Tonact 5 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tonact 5 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Tonact Benefits & Uses
Tonact Dosage & How to Take
Tonact Side Effects
Tonact Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tonact with Other Drugs
Tonact Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tonact
Tonact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tonact 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Tonact 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)
High Triglycerides

Other Benefits

Stroke

Tonact 5 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tonact 5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Tonact 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Tonact has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Tonact without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tonact 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Tonact has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Tonact 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tonact. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tonact 5 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Tonact. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Tonact only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tonact 5 Tablet on the Heart?

Tonact has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tonact 5 Tablet with Other Drugs

Tonact 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Itraconazole

Moderate

Diltiazem

Tonact 5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tonact 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tonact 5 Tablet

Is this Tonact 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tonact 5 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Tonact 5 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Tonact 5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tonact 5 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tonact 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tonact 5 Tablet

Taking Tonact 5 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Tonact 5 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Tonact 5 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tonact 5 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Tonact work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Tonact 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

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Tonact along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tonact can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking ibuprofen do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Tonact without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Tonact 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Tonact?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Tonact 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.