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Xtor 10 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. The alternative uses of Xtor 10 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xtor 10 Mg Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Xtor 10 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Xtor 10 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Xtor 10 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Xtor 10 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Xtor 10 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Xtor 10 Mg 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 Xtor 10 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Xtor 10 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Xtor 10 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Xtor 10 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xtor 10 Mg Tablet is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Xtor 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Xtor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Xtor 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Xtor as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Xtor 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Xtor 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 Xtor 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Xtor. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Xtor 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Xtor is rarely harmful for the heart.
Xtor 10 Mg 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 Xtor 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xtor 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Xtor 10 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Xtor 10 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Xtor 10 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Xtor 10 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Xtor 10 Mg Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Xtor 10 Mg Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xtor 10 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Xtor 10 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Xtor 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
Yes, Xtor 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.
Yes, Xtor can be taken in the morning. It can be taken anytime once in a day with food or without food or as advised by your doctor.
No, Xtor 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.
Xtor 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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