Product Name

Meditas 20mg Tablet

Manufacturers

Medichem Pharmceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition

Atorvastatin (20mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In High cholesterol Meditas 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It works by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer.u003cbr>Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Benefits

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Meditas 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description

Meditas 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart diseases. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.Meditas 20mg Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at about the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels thereby increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat. Common side effects of this medicine include constipation, flatulence, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains. This medicine should not be used in some conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and monitor it regularly thereafter.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Meditas 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Meditas 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE

Meditas 20mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE

Meditas 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE

Meditas 20mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Meditas 20mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Meditas 20mg Tablet is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. | - Liver : CAUTION

Meditas 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Meditas 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Meditas 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Drivinginteraction

SAFE

Kidneyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liverinteraction

CAUTION

Manufacturer Address

G-116, Dilshad Colony, Delhi - 110095 - India

Q A

Q. What should I know about high cholesterol?::: Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Bad cholesterol can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful to you.| Q. Can Meditas 20mg Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?::: Yes, taking Meditas 20mg Tablet can cause muscle problems or muscle injury. This is because of the reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells which leads to fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness, or muscle weakness. The soreness may be significant enough to interfere with your daily activities. Do not take it lightly and consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this and to avoid making it worse.| Q. Is Meditas 20mg Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?::: Meditas 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lowers the level of lipids or fats. Meditas 20mg Tablet is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes fail to lower the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Meditas 20mg Tablet can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.| Q. Can Meditas 20mg Tablet be prescribed to children?::: Meditas 20mg Tablet is for adults and children aged 10 years or more whose cholesterol levels do not come down enough with exercise and a low-fat diet. It is not approved for use in patients younger than 10 years old.| Q. Is Meditas 20mg Tablet a blood thinner?::: No, Meditas 20mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is a cholesterol-lowering medicine. It works by slowing down the production of cholesterol in the body. This further decreases the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the part of the body. By lowering the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides it prevents the chances of stroke and heart attack.| Q. Will taking Meditas 20mg Tablet lead to an increase in my risk of diabetes?::: If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Meditas 20mg Tablet may increase this risk slightly. This is because Meditas 20mg Tablet can raise your blood sugar a little. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise monitoring your blood sugar levels more closely for the first few months. Tell your doctor if you find it harder to control your blood sugar.| Q. For how long do I need to take Meditas 20mg Tablet? Is it safe for long-term use?::: You may need to take Meditas 20mg Tablet life long or for the duration prescribed by your doctor. The benefits will only continue for as long as you take it. If you stop taking Meditas 20mg Tablet without starting a different treatment, your cholesterol levels may rise again. It is considered to be safe and has few side effects if taken as directed by the doctor.| Q. Does Meditas 20mg Tablet cause weight loss?::: No, Meditas 20mg Tablet has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while taking Meditas 20mg Tablet.| Q. Can I stop taking Meditas 20mg Tablet?::: No, you should not stop taking Meditas 20mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you think that Meditas 20mg Tablet is causing side effects, you should consult your doctor who may accordingly lower your dose or change your medicine.| Q. Can I take alcohol with Meditas 20mg Tablet?::: No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Meditas 20mg Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in the triglyceride levels if Meditas 20mg Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised, not to take Meditas 20mg Tablet without consulting the doctor. They should also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.| Q. Does Meditas 20mg Tablet cause memory loss?::: Memory loss may occur with Meditas 20mg Tablet in very rare cases. This is generally non-serious and may occur as early as 1 day or may take years to appear. These symptoms may disappear within about 3 weeks of discontinuing Meditas 20mg Tablet. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.| Q. When should I take Meditas 20mg Tablet?::: Meditas 20mg Tablet is generally taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or night or at any time of the day, with or without food. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.| Q. Does Meditas 20mg Tablet make you tired?::: Yes, Meditas 20mg Tablet can make you feel tired. This is because they reduce the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind the phenomenon is unknown and needs more research. Tiredness usually occurs after exertion. Generalized fatigue is more often seen in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Meditas 20mg Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Meditas 20mg Tablet.| Q. What are the most common side effects of Meditas 20mg Tablet?::: The common side effects of Meditas 20mg Tablet include nausea, indigestion, constipation, flatulence, diarrhea, headache, and aches and pains in your back and joints. It may also cause nosebleeds, sore throat, and cold-like symptoms, such as a runny nose, blocked nose, or sneezing.

How It Works

Meditas 20mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers '__'bad'__' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of '__'good'__' cholesterol (HDL).

Interaction

Meditas 20mg Tablet & Cordarone Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Tachyra 100 Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Amiodon 100mg Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Amiodar 200 Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Ritebeat 200mg Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Cordarone X Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Art-X Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Panarol 100mg Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Tachyra 150mg Injection :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown). | Meditas 20mg Tablet & Duron 100mg Tablet :

Use of Amiodarone and Atorvastatin should be avoided at the same time, as it may increase a risk of myopathy (pain or weakness in muscles) and rhabdomyolysis (abnormal muscle breakdown).

Marketer Details

Medichem Pharmceuticals Ltd | G-116, Dilshad Colony, Delhi - 110095 - India

Reference

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