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Valros 20 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Other than this, Valros 20 Mg 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 Valros 20 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Valros 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Valros 20 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Valros 20 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Valros 20 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Valros 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Valros 20 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Valros 20 Mg Tablet in conditions like Kidney Disease, Hypothyroidism, Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Valros 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Valros 20 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Valros 20 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Valros 20 Mg 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Valros 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Valros. If you are pregnant, do not take Valros without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Valros 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Valros as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Valros 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Valros 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 Valros 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Valros. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Valros 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Valros is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Valros 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Valros 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Valros 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Valros 20 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Valros 20 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Valros 20 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Valros 20 Mg Tablet
Taking Valros 20 Mg Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Valros 20 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Valros 20 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
No, Valros should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Valros 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.
Yes, you can eat grapefruit with Valros. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Even Valros does not interact with grapefruit products.
Yes, Valros is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, dizziness, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, Valros 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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