Xtor 40 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. Xtor 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

• Headache
• Blurred Vision
• Muscle Weakness
• Allergic Reactions
• Hyperglycaemia (Excess glucose in the bloodstream)
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Joint Swelling
• Back Pain

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. 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 Xtor 40 Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?
Yes, taking Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?
Xtor 40 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lowers the level of lipids or fats. Xtor 40 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, Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet be prescribed to children?
Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet a blood thinner?
No, Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet lead to an increase in my risk of diabetes?
If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Xtor 40 Tablet may increase this risk slightly. This is because Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet? Is it safe for long-term use?
You may need to take Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet cause weight loss?
No, Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet.

Q. Can I stop taking Xtor 40 Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Xtor 40 Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you think that Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet?
No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 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 Xtor 40 Tablet without consulting the doctor. They should also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.

Q. Does Xtor 40 Tablet cause memory loss?
Memory loss may occur with Xtor 40 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 Rosuvas. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.