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Tonact 20 Tablet Information

Tonact 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. High Cholesterol are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Tonact 20 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Tonact 20 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Tonact 20 Tablet are Headache, Nasopharyngitis, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Tonact 20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Tonact 20 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Tonact 20 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tonact 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Tonact 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Tonact 20 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tonact 20 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Tonact 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Tonact 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Tonact Benefits & Uses
Tonact Dosage & How to Take
Tonact Side Effects
Tonact Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Tonact with Other Drugs
Tonact Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Tonact
Tonact Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Tonact 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Tonact 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)
High Triglycerides

Other Benefits

Stroke

Tonact 20 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Tonact 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Tonact 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Tonact has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Tonact without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Tonact 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Tonact has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Tonact 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tonact. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tonact 20 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Tonact. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Tonact only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tonact 20 Tablet on the Heart?

Tonact has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Tonact 20 Tablet with Other Drugs

Tonact 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Itraconazole

Moderate

Diltiazem

Tonact 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tonact 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tonact 20 Tablet

Is this Tonact 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tonact 20 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Tonact 20 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Tonact 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Tonact 20 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tonact 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tonact 20 Tablet

Taking Tonact 20 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Tonact 20 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Tonact 20 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Tonact 20 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Tonact work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Tonact 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

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Tonact along with ibuprofen?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tonact 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Tonact without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Tonact 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Tonact?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Tonact 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.