Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet
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Product introduction
Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. It is a combination of two medicines that reduces "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels in the body. It may also reduce the risk of future heart attack and stroke.
Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.
Nausea, stomach pain, constipation, and muscle weakness are some common side effects of this medicine. It decreases the amount of calcium in your blood, so have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin, muscle pain or dark urine. You may be asked for regular monitoring of liver function or blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Uses of Remetor-D Tablet
Side effects of Remetor-D Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Remetor-D
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Muscle pain
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Increased glucose level in blood
How to use Remetor-D Tablet
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. Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Remetor-D Tablet works
Atorvastatin 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), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL). Vitamin D3 is added to relieve the muscular pain caused by Atorvastatin.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Remetor-D Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
- It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- It should be taken in the evening after dinner and before sleeping.
- In general, Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet is safe. It may cause diarrhoea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
- It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
- Notify your doctor if you experience yellow eyes or skin or dark urine after starting the medication.
- Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
- It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- It should be taken in the evening after dinner and before sleeping.
- In general, Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet is safe. It may cause diarrhoea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
- It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
- Notify your doctor if you experience yellow eyes or skin or dark urine after starting the medication.
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: October, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Remetor-D 10mg/1000IU Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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