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Vagator 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Vagator 20 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 Vagator 20 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 most common side effects of Vagator 20 Tablet are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Vagator 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Vagator 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Vagator 20 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vagator 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Vagator 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Vagator 20 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Vagator 20 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vagator 20 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Vagator 20 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 Vagator 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Vagator shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Vagator 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Vagator has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vagator 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Vagator 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 Vagator 20 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Vagator. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Vagator only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Vagator 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Vagator may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Vagator 20 Tablet 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 Vagator 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vagator 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Vagator 20 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Vagator 20 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Vagator 20 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Vagator 20 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vagator 20 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Vagator 20 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vagator 20 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Vagator 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Vagator 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.
Vagator 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.
No, Vagator does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Vagator 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.
No, use of Vagator does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Yes, Vagator 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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