DAZTOR 10MG TAB

Overview

DAZTOR 10MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

DAZTOR 10MG TAB is composed of: VITAMIN D3 (1000 IU), ATORVASTATIN (10 MG)


Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is a member of the drug class known as statins. It is used for lowering cholesterol. Atorvastatin is a competitive inhibitor of hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase.Atorvastatin acts primarily in the liver.  Decreased hepatic cholesterol levels increases hepatic uptake of cholesterol and reduces plasma cholesterol levels.Atorvastatin is used to treat high cholesterol, and to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications in people with type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.

Usage

ATORVASTATIN is generally used to treat: High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Coronary Artery Disease, Diabetes Type 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Precautions for DAZTOR 10MG TAB and its Constituents



Caution should be exercised in patients with history of Crohn’s disease, bruising, heart, liver or kidney disease, gastrointestinal disease, blood clotting problems, systemic lupus erythematosus, elderly, during pregnancy, alcohol-dependent patients, and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

ATORVASTATIN : Polyarthralgia, Urinary Tract Infection, Insomnia, Myalgia, Skin Rash, Hives, Nausea, Loose Motion, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Cough, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Wheezing, Tightness

Serious Side-Effects

ATORVASTATIN : Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit

Rare Side-Effects

ATORVASTATIN : Skin Rash, Hives, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Food Interactions



Avoid drinking alcohol. It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with atorvastatin and lead to potentially dangerous effects.  

Disease Interactions

ATORVASTATIN can interfere with: Alcoholism, Myopathy, Hypothyroidism, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

ATORVASTATIN is categorized as: STATINS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DAZTOR 10MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ASTIN D 10MG/1000 IU TABINR 108 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
ATOREC D3 10MG/1000IU TABINR 103.9 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
ATORSAVE D 10 TABINR 136.13 for 15 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
AVAS D 10MG TABINR 118 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
DAZTOR 10MG TABINR 110 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG
DAZTOR 10MG/1000 IU TABINR 110 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
LIPICURE-D 10MG/1000IU TABINR 113 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
LIPIGRAF D3 TABINR 70 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
MODLIP D 10MG/1000IU TABINR 86.8 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
STORVAS D 10MG TABINR 75 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
TONACT D 10MG TABINR 105.5 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ASTIN D 20MG/1000IU TABINR 202 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
ATOREC 5MG TABINR 47 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000 IU, ATORVASTATIN 5 MG
ATOREC D3 20MG/1000IU TABINR 182.5 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
ATORSAVE D 20 TABINR 185.13 for 15 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
ATORSAVE D 40MG TABINR 186.95 for 15 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 40.0 MG
ATORSAVE D 80MG TABINR 211.75 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 80.0 MG
AVAS D 20MG TABINR 202 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
DAZTOR 20MG/1000 IU TABINR 190 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
LIPICURE-D 20MG TABINR 196 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
LIPIFOL D3 TABINR 148 for 15 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, METHYLCOBALAMIN 200.0 MCG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 20.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG, FOLIC ACID 2.5 MG
LIPIFOL-D3 10MG TABINR 90 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000 IU, METHYLCOBALAMIN 200 MCG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 20 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG, FOLIC ACID 2.5 MG
MODLIP D 20MG/1000IU TABINR 191 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
STORVAS D 20MG TABINR 180 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
TONACT D 20MG TABINR 180.5 for 10 TABLETSVITAMIN D3 1000.0 IU, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG