Tonact 20 Tablet

Uses:

• High cholesterol
• Prevention of Heart attack

Directions For 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. Tonact 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

• Dyspepsia
• Abdominal pain
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea
• Joint pain
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
• Nausea
• Pain in extremities
• Urinary tract infection
• Abnormal liver function tests

Warning & Precautions:

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.

FAQs:

Q: Does Tonact 20 cause acidity?
A: Sometimes Tonact 20 tablet may cause acidity or heartburn as a side effect. However, not everyone experiences the side effect. Talk to your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen.

Q: What dietary restrictions should I follow while taking Tonact 20?
Avoid fried and junk food.
Avoid carbonated drinks.
Avoid having grapefruit juice with this medicine.
Have the last meal of the day at least 3-4 hours before bedtime.

Q: Can I stop taking Tonact 20 on my own?
A: No, you should not suddenly stop taking Tonact 20 tablet on your own without consulting your doctor.

Q: Is Tonact 20 good for cholesterol?
A: Tonact 20 tablet is used to lower the level of bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein/LDL) and improve levels of good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein/HDL) in the blood. This medicine lowers the overall raised lipid (cholesterol and triglyceride) levels.

Q: What if my daily schedule interferes with taking my Tonact 20?
A: Try to take Tonact 20 tablet at the same time every day. Try connecting your medicine with something you do every day, such as brushing your teeth at night or having your dinner. This may help you remember to take it. Keep a daily calendar or set an alarm clock to go at the time you need to take your medicine.

Q: What is Tonact 20 used for?
Tonact 20 tablet is used to lower lipids like cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood.
It is also used to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Q: Is Tonact 20 and atorvastatin the same?
A: Yes, Tonact 20 tablet contains atorvastatin as the active ingredient.

Q: How to take Tonact 20?
Take Tonact 20 tablet exactly as recommended by your doctor.
Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
It would be best if you take it at the same time every day for optimal results.
It can be taken with or without food.
Avoid consuming more than the dose prescribed by the doctor.

Q: What is the difference between Tonact 10 and Tonact 20?
A: Tonact 10 and Tonact 20 are used to lower lipids like blood cholesterol and triglycerides and contain atorvastatin as the active ingredient. The only difference is that Tonact 10 contains a lower dose of atorvastatin than Tonact 20. However, you should always take the medicine that your doctor prescribes. Do not self-medicate.