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Daztor 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Daztor 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Daztor 20 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Daztor 20 Tablet include Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Daztor 20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Daztor 20 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.
Daztor 20 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Daztor 20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Daztor 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Daztor 20 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Daztor 20 Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism, Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Daztor 20 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Daztor 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Daztor 20 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Daztor 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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 Daztor 20 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Daztor 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Daztor in pregnant women.
Is the use of Daztor 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Daztor is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Daztor 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Daztor does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Daztor 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Daztor does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Daztor 20 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Daztor without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Daztor 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Daztor 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Daztor 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Daztor 20 Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Daztor 20 Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Daztor 20 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Daztor 20 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Daztor 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.
Daztor 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
No, Daztor 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.
Daztor 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.
Yes, Daztor is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as confusion, diarrhea, joint pain, and muscle pain. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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