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Turbovas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Turbovas has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Turbovas depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Turbovas as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Turbovas are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Turbovas's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Turbovas has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Turbovas related warnings section.
Turbovas is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Turbovas contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Turbovas with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Turbovas is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Turbovas 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Turbovas safe for pregnant women?
Turbovas can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Turbovas safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Turbovas for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Turbovas on the Kidneys?
Turbovas can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Turbovas on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Turbovas. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Turbovas only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Turbovas on the Heart?
Turbovas is rarely harmful for the heart.
Turbovas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Turbovas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Turbovas habit forming or addictive?
Turbovas does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Turbovas as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Turbovas only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Turbovas for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Turbovas
Turbovas may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Turbovas
Consumption of alcohol and Turbovas together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Turbovas is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Turbovas has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Turbovas comes in the form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.
Yes, you can take Turbovas with losartan. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Turbovas along with losartan if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Turbovas should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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