Pitalo 1mg Tablets

Pitalo 1mg Tablets is a class of medicines known as statins. It is used to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. You can take it with a meal or on an empty stomach, and it’s best to take it at the same time each day.

While taking this medication, you may maintain your usual diet, but it is advisable to avoid foods high in fat. Common side effects may include muscle pain, back pain, diarrhea, constipation, and extremity pain. These side effects are usually mild and tend to resolve after a short time.

However, consult your doctor if they persist, or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or experience repeated or unexplained muscle pains. This medication should not be used in individuals with liver disease. Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should also avoid it, as it may harm a developing baby.

Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medication, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar.

Dosage

Overdose

Contact your doctor or visit nearest hospital immediately, in case of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

Take your missed dose as soon as you think of it but do not double the upcoming dose as it will not compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Pitalo 1mg Tablets lowers blood levels of bad cholesterol by controlling inhibiting natural substances involved in synthesis of cholesterol

Directions for Use

• Pitalo 1mg Tablets must be taken for a dose and duration recommended by the doctor
• Swallow the tablet as a whole
• Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet
• Take the tablet at the same time every day
• Pitalo 1mg Tablets can be taken with or without food

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Pitalo 1mg Tablets during pregnancy?

Pitalo 1mg Tablets are not recommended during pregnancy as it can cause serious side effects to the unborn baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Pitalo 1mg Tablets while breastfeeding?

Pitalo 1mg Tablets are not recommended while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Pitalo 1mg Tablets ?

If you feel dizzy after consuming Pitalo 1mg Tablets , do not drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Pitalo 1mg Tablets ?

Consuming alcohol is not recommended with Pitalo 1mg Tablets .

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have diabetes
• You had a stroke
• You have kidney problems
• You have liver problems
• You have weakness or muscle pain
• You have thyroid problems
• You drink alcohol
• You are allergic to any ingredients in Pitalo 1mg Tablets
• You are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant
• You are taking other medications or supplementspplements

Contraindications

• Known allergy to any ingredients of Pitalo 1mg Tablets
• Liver problems

Side effects

• Constipation
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Dizziness
• Trouble sleeping

Storage and disposal

• Store Pitalo 1mg Tablets between 15°C and 30°C
• Store the tablets in a light-protected area
• Keep the tablets out of reach of children and pets
• Do not use the tablets after the expiration date
• Do not throw medicines in wastewater or household waste