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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is used for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. It also lowers the raised level of cholesterol in our body. It blocks the enzyme required to make cholesterol in the body. It reduces the bad cholesterol (also known as low-density lipoproteins or LDL) and triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (also known as high-density lipoproteins or HDL). Also, it prevents the formation of a clot in the blood vessels. Thus, it help to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke and heart-related chest pain (angina). In some cases, you may experience side effects such as headaches, dizziness, ankle swelling (oedema), slow heart rate, diarrhoea, and nausea.

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Lividus Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Biotor Gold 10 Capsule

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is used in the treatment of heart attack (a condition when the blood flow to the heart is blocked), myocardial infarction (blockage of the blood to muscles of the heart), angina (chest pain), and stroke. Symptoms of a heart attack include chest pain, tightness in the chest, and pain in the neck, arm, or back.

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is a fixed-dose combination of rosuvastatin, clopidogrel, and aspirin. Rosuvastatin blocks the ability of the body to produce bad cholesterol and improves the ability of the body to make good cholesterol. Clopidogrel and aspirin both work by decreasing the production of clots which is harmful to the body.

Not everyone who is taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule will get these side effects. Biotor Gold 10 Capsule can cause side effects like headache, muscle pain, increased bleeding, stomach pain, indigestion, bleeding in the nose, weakness, diarrhea, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. But if bleeding persists longer, please consult your doctor.

Take Biotor Gold 10 Capsule after food to avoid any stomach upset. It is usually taken one time a day with water or as prescribed by your doctor. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule . Do not chew, crush, or break the medicine. It is crucial to have your lipid profile checked regularly.

Inform your physician if you are allergic to Biotor Gold 10 Capsule . Before starting the dose of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule , tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, severe lung disease, or have musculoskeletal disorders (like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis).

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is only one part of a treatment program that should include a healthy low-fat diet, regular exercise and weight reduction. You can normally eat while taking this medicine, but avoid high-fat foods. It is advised to avoid smoking and alcohol intake, as they can lead to other side effects.

Uses of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is used in the treatment of heart attack, myocardial infarction (blockage of the blood to muscles of the heart), angina (chest pain) and stroke. The detailed uses of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule are as follows:

  • Prevention of Heart Attacks: Biotor Gold 10 Capsule helps to prevent heart attacks by inhibiting platelet aggregation, reducing the risk of blood clots.
  • Management of Angina: Biotor Gold 10 Capsule helps to manage angina by thinning blood, improving blood flow to the heart, and reducing chest pain.
  • Stroke Prevention: Biotor Gold 10 Capsule helps prevent strokes by reducing platelet aggregation, thereby decreasing the risk of clot formation in blood vessels.

Directions for Use

  • Biotor Gold 10 Capsule should be taken with food.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Biotor Gold 10 Capsule as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Biotor Gold 10 Capsule belongs to a group of antihyperlipidemic and antiplatelet agents used to treat heart attacks.
  • This medicine helps lower the levels of lipids and cholesterol.
  • It blocks the body's ability to produce bad cholesterol and enhances its ability to produce good cholesterol.
  • It is used to treat chest pain and heart attacks.

How Biotor Gold 10 Capsule Works

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is composed of three medicines namely: Atorvastatin, Clopidogrel and Aspirin. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that blocks the enzyme required to make cholesterol in the body. It reduces the bad cholesterol (also known as low-density lipoproteins or LDL) and triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (also known as high-density lipoproteins or HDL). Clopidogrel and Aspirin are blood thinners (anticoagulants) that collectively prevent the formation of a clot in the blood vessels. It also helps to reduce the increased levels of bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein and triglycerides). Together Biotor Gold 10 Capsule help to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke and heart-related chest pain (angina).

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule as it may cause worsening side effects. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Biotor Gold 10 Capsule , or have any active liver disease, or active bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer or brain haemorrhage).
  • Inform your doctor if you are an alcoholic or are smoking, as excess alcohol intake and affected by liver disease may cause serious side effects.
  • The patient should inform the doctor that they are taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule before any surgery is scheduled or any new medicine is taken.
  • Patients with active liver disease should use Biotor Gold 10 Capsule with caution.
  • Discontinuation of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule may lead to the occurrence of cardiovascular events like heart attack, stroke and angina (heart-related chest pain). Hence, you should consult a doctor before stopping the dose of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule .
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their physician before taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule , as it can have some harmful effects on the baby (foetus), so your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.
  • Biotor Gold 10 Capsule may reduce alertness, affect your vision, or cause dizziness and sleepiness. If these symptoms occur, do not drive.
  • This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy have not been established.
  • It is always important to check for the expiry of the medicine. Discard the medicine if it reaches the expiry date.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Combining Ketorolac tromethamine with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule can increase the risk of adverse effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule with Ketorolac tromethamine is not recommended, as it results in an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Co-administration of Ketorolac and Biotor Gold 10 Capsule may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ketorolac with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is not recommended but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood, severe headache and weakness. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
When Selexipag and Biotor Gold 10 Capsule are taken together, the body's ability to break down Selexipag may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule with Selexipag is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. They can be taken if prescribed by your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule together with mifepristone increases the risk of vaginal bleeding in women.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule with mifepristone is not recommended, that would certainly result in interaction, it can be taken if a doctor prescribes it. If you experience prolonged and heavy bleeding, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule with Posaconazole can increase the blood levels of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule. This can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between posaconazole with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact the doctor if you experience unexplained muscle pain, weakness, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark coloured urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Coadministration of Dasatinib with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule may increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Biotor Gold 10 Capsule and Dasatinib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice bruising, swelling, vomiting, headache, dizziness, or weakness inform a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AspirinEdoxaban
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
When edoxaban is used with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule, the risk of bleeding may increase.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Biotor Gold 10 Capsule and edoxaban, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Using dalteparin with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule, may enhance the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Biotor Gold 10 Capsule and dalteparin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, swelling, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness while taking these drugs, inform a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Using enoxaparin along with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule, may enhance the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Biotor Gold 10 Capsule and enoxaparin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, swelling, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness while taking these drugs, inform a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
AspirinMethazolamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biotor Gold 10 Capsule:
Taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule with methazolamide may cause side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Biotor Gold 10 Capsule and methazolamide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as ringing in your ears, headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, or rapid breathing, fever, seizure (convulsions), please contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A low cholesterol diet along with a regular exercise regime is recommended.
  • As a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume alcohol, junk food items from outside, stick to a freshly prepared home-cooked meal and take proper rest, for a speedy recovery.
  • And also try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats can reduce total cholesterol and bad cholesterol (LDL cholesterol) in a short span of time.
  • Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.

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Therapeutic Class

CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule should not be taken until prescribed if you are taking alcohol. Keep your doctor informed if you drink alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule contains Atorvastatin which is a pregnancy category X medicine. It may cause harm to both the pregnant mother and the fetus. Hence, it is not recommended for pregnant women and those who are planning for a pregnancy. Your doctor might prescribe you only in an extreme case.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Take Biotor Gold 10 Capsule only when prescribed, it is known to pass on in a limited quantity via breast milk to the child.

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Driving

Unsafe

Drive with caution, Biotor Gold 10 Capsule usually causes blurry vision and may affect driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is not recommended for children below the age of 16 years. The safety and effectiveness of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule have not been established in children due to limited testing of this drug on children by competent authorities across the world.

Have a query?

FAQs

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is used for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. It also lowers the raised level of cholesterol in our body.

The use of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule may cause nausea and vomiting. It is best to take Biotor Gold 10 Capsule with food or with an antacid to avoid nausea and vomiting. If still, you are feeling sick, consult your doctor for the best advice.

Yes, Biotor Gold 10 Capsule contains clopidogrel and aspirin that causes blood thinning. It works by preventing platelets (a type of blood cells) from sticking together and forming clots which in turn prevents the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Please consult your doctor if Biotor Gold 10 Capsule needs to be stopped before undergoing surgery. The doctor might ask you to stop taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule a few days before surgery to avoid the increased risk of bleeding during the procedure.

Biotor Gold 10 Capsule is generally safe to take for a long time. In fact, it works best if you take it for many months or even years. If you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer, your doctor may prescribe a medicine to help protect your stomach while you're taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule .

Yes, the use of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule can cause dizziness (feeling sleepy, tired). If you feel dizzy, inform your doctor and do as advised.

Yes, taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule can increase the risk of bleeding as it contains aspirin and clopidogrel which belongs to a class of blood-thinning agents. So, please be very cautious while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects to avoid any bleeding. Let your doctor know before going any surgical procedure, that you are taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule .

Prolonged use of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule may cause muscle diseases like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. So if you feel any musculoskeletal pain after taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule consult your doctor about this issue.

Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping Biotor Gold 10 Capsule abruptly may worsen your condition and increase your risk of a future heart attack. If you are facing any difficulty while taking this, consult your doctor.

A low-cholesterol diet, along with a regular exercise regime, is recommended.

Components in Biotor Gold 10 Capsule , such as Clopidogrel and Aspirin, are blood thinners.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

Yes, Biotor Gold 10 Capsule can be taken with meals.

Before using this medication, you should inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medicines, to avoid potential interactions and minimise side effects.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule for as long as recommended. Feel free to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule .

Do not take other medicines when you take Biotor Gold 10 Capsule unless you have discussed them with your doctor. Your doctor will check for potential interactions before prescribing them.

Grapefruit juice may lower Biotor Gold 10 Capsule levels in the body. This could make Biotor Gold 10 Capsule less effective.

You may need to take Biotor Gold 10 Capsule for a few weeks or months, or you may have to take it for the rest of your life. Inform your doctor if you face any difficulty while using it.

Consumption of alcohol should be limited or avoided. Drinking too much alcohol while you're taking Biotor Gold 10 Capsule can irritate your stomach. There's a risk that you could get a stomach ulcer.

Common side effects of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule may include headaches, dizziness, ankle swelling (oedema), slow heart rate, diarrhoea, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Biotor Gold 10 Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

The Work Villa, 306, Kamala Arcade, Thousand Lights Anna Salai, Chennai - 600 006
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