Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Does Atrolet cause gas?
Yes, flatulence (gas or wind) is one of the common side effects associated with the use of Atrolet. If you have any such symptom while taking Atrolet, consult your doctor.
Q. Is Atrolet used for lowering cholesterol?
Atrolet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. Atrolet is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when 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, Atrolet 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. Does Atrolet lower blood pressure?
Atrolet is a lipid-lowering drug used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels and for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. However, studies show that Atrolet has a small blood-pressure lowering effect.
Q. Does Atrolet affect the liver?
Atrolet is rarely associated with hepatobiliary (liver, bladder, bile ducts, or bile) disorders. Its use is also linked with abnormal results of liver function test. Hence, getting liver function tests at regular intervals is recommended.
Q. Does Atrolet cause itching?
The use of Atrolet can cause urticaria (itching) and skin rash. If you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.
Q. What is Atrolet?
Atrolet is a lipid-lowering drug which belongs to group of medicines called statins (lipid-lowering agents) or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. This class of drugs lowers the cholesterol levels effectively by blocking the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase. It lowers the cholesterol levels by blocking the formation of cholesterol.
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 âÂÂbadâ 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 diseases and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called âÂÂgoodâ cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. Triglycerides also are harmful fats found in your blood.
Q. Can the use of Atrolet cause diabetes?
No, diabetes has not been reported as a side effect of Atrolet. However, it may increase your blood sugar levels. So, it is very important that you monitor your blood sugar levels regularly if you are taking Atrolet. Let your doctor know if you have diabetes mellitus and have been advised to take Atrolet. This is necessary because your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar levels continuously.
Q. Can Atrolet lower the level of triglycerides?
Yes, Atrolet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. Atrolet is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when low-fat diet and lifestyle changes also fail to control cholesterol.
Q. Does Atrolet cause weight loss?
No, Atrolet 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 Atrolet.
Q. Does Atrolet cause erectile dysfunction?
Yes, Atrolet can cause erectile dysfunction in very rare cases. Please consult your doctor if you experience erectile dysfunction while taking Atrolet.
Q. Does Atrolet cause diarrhea?
Yes, Diarrhea is a common side effect of Atrolet. Please consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea after taking Atrolet as the dose of your medicine may need to be changed.
Q. Does Atrolet cause memory loss?
No, Atrolet does not cause loss of memory. However, it is an uncommon side effect of Atrolet, and may affect only 1 in 100 people. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of memory loss after taking Atrolet.
Q. Does Atrolet cause frequent urination?
No, Atrolet has not been reported to cause frequent urination. Please consult your doctor if you experience increased urinary frequency after taking Atrolet.
Q. Does Atrolet cause high blood pressure?
No, Atrolet has not been reported to cause high blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of high blood pressure while taking Atrolet.
Q. Is Atrolet safe to take?
Yes, Atrolet is safe if used in prescribed doses for the prescribed duration advised by your doctor.Show moreShow less
