Tonact 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

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Tonact 40 MG Description

Tonact 40 tablet contains atorvastatin as the active substance. It is used to lower blood cholesterol. It is also used to reduce the risk of heart disease. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it, have any liver diseases or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Take Tonact 40 in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. It can be taken with food. Before using Tonact 40 tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history. Atorva 40mg tablet, Storvas 40mg tablet and Lipvas 40mg tablet are some other medicines with atorvastatin as their active medicines.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹285.30
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Contains	Atorvastatin(40.0 Mg)
Uses	High cholesterol
Side effects	Headache, diarrhoea, nausea, body pain
Therapy	HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Tonact 40 MG

Tonact 40 tablet is used to help lower your cholesterol and triglyceride levels (such as fat in the blood) and prevent any heart problems like a heart attack.

Contraindications of Tonact 40 MG

If you are allergic to atorvastatin or any other ingredients of Tonact 40 tablet.
If you have or ever had any liver disease any abnormality in liver function test.
If you are being treated with medicines for hepatitis C like glecaprevir, pibrentasvir.
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Side effects of Tonact 40 MG

Headache
Nausea
Diarrhoea
Body pain
Swelling of nasal passages and bleeding from the nose

Precautions and Warnings of Tonact 40 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Tonact 40 tablet during pregnancy?

Tonact 40 tablets should not be used in pregnancy, as this medicine can harm the unborn baby. Women of childbearing age should discuss with their physicians the importance of birth control methods and potential hazards to the unborn baby. If you think you are pregnant or might become pregnant, then discontinue the treatment and seek a safer alternative.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Tonact 40 tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if this medicine passes into human milk. Hence, you should not breastfeed while taking Tonact 40 tablet. Consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Tonact 40 tablet?

No information is available on the ability to drive or use machines. However, if you observe or experience any side effects, it is advisable not to drive or use machines. Contact your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Tonact 40 tablet?

No information is available on interactions of Tonact 40 tablet when taken with alcohol. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information. If you have any liver disease or history of liver disease, then inform your doctor before taking this medicine, as this may increase the chance of liver damage with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have liver or kidney disease.
You experience any muscle problems after taking other lipid-lowering medicine.
You are taking medicine for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury.
You have respiratory failure.
You are addicted to alcohol or consume it in excess.
You have any thyroid problems.
You cannot digest lactose (lactose intolerance).
You are above 70 years of age.

Directions for Use of Tonact 40 MG

Tonact 40 tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Take this medicine as a whole with a sufficient amount of water. It can be taken with food.
You should take it regularly at a fixed time and as directed by your doctor.
Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Storage and disposal of Tonact 40 MG

Store Tonact 40 tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
Keep it away from children and pets.

Quick Tips of Tonact 40 MG

Tonact 40mg tablet lowers bad cholesterol in the blood and reduces the risk of heart disease.
Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
For optimal results, you should take it at a fixed time.
It is recommended that, in addition to taking Tonact 40mg tablet on time, you make certain lifestyle changes. Among these changes are eating a low-fat, low-salt diet, maintaining a healthy weight, exe...
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Avoid meals that are fried, high in fat, or junk food.
Tonact 40mg tablet is not recommended if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history like heart problems, hepatitis C or HIV/AIDS etc.
Headache, body ache, diarrhoea, swelling of the nasal passages, and nausea/vomiting may occur in some individuals with the use of this medicine. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do no...
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It is not recommended to consume a lot of grapefruit juice.

Dosage of Tonact 40 MG

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much dose of Tonact 40 tablet than prescribed, then inform your doctor immediately or reach the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed or have forgotten to take a single dose of Tonact 40 tablet, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the forgotten dose and continue with a ...

Mode of Action of Tonact 40 MG

How Does It Work?

Cholesterol is made by an enzyme HMG-CoA reductase. Tonact 40 tablet inhibits this enzyme, thus lowering bad cholesterol levels (LDL levels), triglyceride levels and also other lipids or fats in the b...

Interactions of Tonact 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Tonact 40 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Medicines used to treat HIV/AIDS like ritonavir.
Medicines used to treat hepatitis C like telaprevir.
Antibiotics or any antifungal medicines like erythromycin, ketoconazole.
Medicines used to treat high blood pressure or any heart problems like amlodipine, digoxin.
Blood thinners like warfarin.
Medicines used for fits like stiripentol.
Antacids like cimetidine and magnesium.
Other medicines used to lower cholesterol like ezetimibe.
Medicine used to treat pain like phenazone.
Any medicines taken without a prescription.

Interactions with food items

You should avoid consuming grapefruit juice while on treatment, as grapefruit may alter the effect of Tonact 40 tablet.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Does Tonact 40 tablet cause diabetes?

A: If you experience an increase in blood sugar level during treatment with Tonact 40 tablet, then inform your doctor. A slight increase in sugar level can occur after taking this medicine. Check your blood levels regularly if you are on this treatment.

Q: What if my daily schedule interferes with taking Tonact 40 tablet?

A: Take Tonact 40 tablet at a fixed 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 reminder or an alarm to go at the time you need to take your medicine.

Q: What is Tonact 40 used for?

A: Tonact 40 tablet is used to help lower your cholesterol and triglyceride levels (such as fat in the blood) and prevent any heart problems like a heart attack.

Q: Is Tonact 40 a statin?

A: Yes, Tonact 40 tablet belongs to the class of medicines known as statins.

Q: What is the composition of Tonact 40?

A: Tonact 40 tablet contains atorvastatin as its active medicine.

Q: When should I take Tonact 40?

A: Tonact 40 can be taken at any time of the day or as advised by the doctor. But it is advised to take it at the same time every day for maximum results.

Q: Is Tonact 40 a blood thinner?

A: No, Tonact 40 is not a blood thinner. Tonact 40 is a cholesterol-lowering medicine that acts by lowering bad cholesterol levels (LDL levels), triglyceride levels, and also other lipids or fats in the blood.

Q: Is Tonact 40 same as Atorvastatin?

A: Yes, Tonact 40 contains atorvastatin as its active component.

Q: Can Tonact 40 be used in pregnancy?

A: Tonact 40 tablets should not be used in pregnancy. Women of childbearing age should use effective methods of birth control during treatment with this medicine. If you think you are pregnant or might become pregnant, then discontinue the treatment and talk to your doctor.

Q: What foods should be avoided while taking Tonact 40?

A: You should avoid consuming grapefruit juice while on treatment with this medicine, as grapefruit may alter the effect of Tonact 40 tablet.

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