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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is used to treat high cholesterol levels. It contains Atorvastatin and Ezetimibe, which helps to decrease the production of cholesterol that may build up on the blood vessels (arteries) of the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. By lowering cholesterol levels, it prevents the risk of heart diseases such as heart attacks and strokes in the future. Also, it prevents the absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. It may cause side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, constipation, muscle pain, or headache. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Ipca Laboratories Ltd

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ORAL

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About Xtor-10 EZ Tablet

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet belongs to a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)’ and ‘sterol absorption inhibitor’ Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is primarily used to treat high cholesterol levels. Dyslipidaemia (high cholesterol level) is the deposition of unhealthy levels of fats (lipid) in the blood. In this condition, there is always a high level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or bad cholesterol), triglycerides (TG), and a low level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL or good cholesterol).

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)) and Ezetimibe (sterol absorption inhibitor). Atorvastatin helps to decrease the production of cholesterol that may build up on the blood vessels (arteries) of the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. By lowering cholesterol levels, they help prevent the chance of having heart diseases such as heart attacks and strokes in the future. On the other hand, Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor that avoids the absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. Together, they provide a better decrease in cholesterol in your body.

Take Xtor-10 EZ Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Xtor-10 EZ Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, stomach pain, constipation, muscle pain, headache, the increased glucose level in the blood, increased liver enzymes. Most of these side effects of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. You should contact a doctor before if you have liver or kidney problems, severe lung disease. If you have a muscle problem, inform your doctor. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding then immediately inform your doctor because Xtor-10 EZ Tablet contains Atorvastatin that may harm an unborn baby. Do not take this Xtor-10 EZ Tablet if you have a previous heart attack or stroke caused by bleeding in the brain, have hypothyroidism, drink more than 2 servings of alcohol per day, and have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia). The efficiency of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet can be increased by taking low fat or cholesterol-containing food and drinks. 

Uses of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet

Treatment of Lowering of an increased level of cholesterol.

Directions for Use

• Take Xtor-10 EZ Tablet with or without food or as advised by a doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication, to ensure the safety.• Swallow the medicine as a whole with glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet taken with dietary measures helps in the treatment of high cholesterol, especially for heart patients when initial dietary measures fail to lower cholesterol. Xtor-10 EZ Tablet contains Atorvastatin, which helps lower the bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases the level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the state of dyslipidemia or hyperlipidemia. Xtor-10 EZ Tablet also lowers the amount of fat or cholesterol deposition (plaque) in the arteries of the heart, thereby reducing the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in the future. Xtor-10 EZ Tablet contains Ezetimibe which is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor that avoids absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. Together, they provide a better decrease in cholesterol in your body.

How Xtor-10 EZ Tablet Works

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)) and Ezetimibe (sterol absorption inhibitor). Atorvastatin helps to decrease the production of cholesterol that may build up on the blood vessels (arteries) of the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. By lowering cholesterol levels, they help prevent the chance of having heart diseases such as heart attacks and strokes in the future. On the other hand, Ezetimibe is a cholesterol absorption inhibitor that avoids the absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. Together, they provide a better decrease in cholesterol in your body.

Storage

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. You should contact a doctor before if you have liver or kidney problems, severe lung disease. If you have a muscle problem, inform your doctor. Do not take this Xtor-10 EZ Tablet if you have a previous heart attack or stroke caused by bleeding in the brain, have hypothyroidism, drink more than 2 servings of alcohol per day, and have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia). The efficiency of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet can be increased by taking low fat or cholesterol-containing food and drinks. Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is not safe for children as safety and efficacy of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet in children have not established. Xtor-10 EZ Tablet has Ezetimibe which contains a sugar called lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, talk to your doctor before taking this Xtor-10 EZ Tablet . If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, then immediately inform your doctor because Xtor-10 EZ Tablet contains Atorvastatin that may harm an unborn baby. If you are a breastfeeding mother, then immediately contact your doctor as it is unknown if this Xtor-10 EZ Tablet passes into breast milk.

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AtorvastatinTelithromycin
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet with Posaconazole can increase the blood levels of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet. This can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between posaconazole with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet, 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.
AtorvastatinTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Using Xtor-10 EZ Tablet together with telithromycin may significantly increase the blood levels of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telithromycin with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AtorvastatinSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet with saquinavir may significantly enhance Xtor-10 EZ Tablet levels in the blood. This can raise the chance of side effects (liver injury and rhabdomyolysis - an uncommon but serious illness that causes the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue. Rhabdomyolysis occasionally results in kidney injury0.

How to manage the interaction:
Co- administration of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet with saquinavir can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially accompanied by fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, you should consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Coadministration of Erlotinib with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet can raise the chance of side effects (liver injury and rhabdomyolysis, an uncommon but serious illness that causes the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue. Rhabdomyolysis occasionally results in kidney injury).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Erlotinib with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any unexplained muscle pain, muscle stiffness or tenderness, fever, dark-colored urine, or weakness, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet with indinavir may considerably raise Xtor-10 EZ Tablet levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet and indinavir together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially accompanied by fever or dark colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, you should consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AtorvastatinAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Using Xtor-10 EZ Tablet together with amprenavir may significantly increase the blood levels of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet and Amprenavir together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. It's important to keep an eye on your health and talk to a doctor about any concerns. If you notice any of these signs - muscle pain, dark urine, fever, or fatigue - make sure to contact a doctor right away. They can help figure out what's going on and how to help you feel better. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
AtorvastatinTroleandomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Using Xtor-10 EZ Tablet together with troleandomycin may significantly increase the blood levels of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet with Troleandomycin together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AtorvastatinLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Coadministration of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet with Lomitapide may increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Xtor-10 EZ Tablet and Lomitapide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs and symptoms of liver damage such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AtorvastatinSimeprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
Using Xtor-10 EZ Tablet together with simeprevir may significantly increase the blood levels of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet and Simeprevir together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. You should seek immediate medical attention if you develop fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Xtor-10 EZ Tablet:
When Xtor-10 EZ Tablet and leflunomide are taken together it can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet and leflunomide together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try aromatherapy, yoga, meditation to help relax your body and mind.

  • Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.

  • Eat a healthy diet especially rich in soluble fibre like beans, legumes, whole grain, flax, apples, and citrus fruits.

  • Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and 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.

  • Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, and low in red meat and most dairy.

  • Try to give priority to more fruits and veggies in your daily meal as these contain antioxidants that help to lower LDL

  • Minimize the intake of added sugar. The American Heart Association (ADA) recommends, one should not eat more than 100 calories (25 grams) of added sugar for women and children, and no more than 150 calories (37.5 grams) for men every day.

  • American Heart Association recommends the intake of sodium chloride (table salt) should not exceed more than 2,300 mg per day as part of a healthy eating pattern.

  • As a precautionary measure, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTILIPEMICS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Do not drink too much while taking this medicine. drinking a lot of alcohol you may more likely to get muscle and liver side effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet contains atorvastatin which is not recommended during pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Breastfeeding is not recommended while taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet because it is unknown if this Xtor-10 EZ Tablet passe into breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet has negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet has not established.

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FAQs

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is used to treat high cholesterol levels.

You should avoid alcohol while taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet since it may rise your risk of getting side effects in the liver. Talk with your doctor if you have any troubles.

Yes. Muscle weakness can be the long-term side effects of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet . You may have muscle fatigue or muscle pain which affects your daily activity. Try to contact a doctor if you have muscle weakness or fatigue.

No, there is no evidence that Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is addictive. It is used for lowering cholesterol levels.

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet contains Atorvastatin that can raise your blood sugar a little. If you already have type 2 diabetes please consult your doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dosage of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet .

Increase your daily diet with fibre, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish, and cut saturated fat as well. Stop smoking and drinking and try to work out every day as well.

No, you should not stop taking Xtor-10 EZ Tablet without consulting your doctor. Please take advice from the doctor before quitting.

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is generally well-tolerated, with most individuals experiencing transient and manageable adverse effects. Commonly reported side effects include gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, stomach pain, and constipation), musculoskeletal pain, headache, and minor elevations in blood glucose and liver enzyme levels. These effects typically resolve over time. However, if any adverse reactions persist or worsen, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional for proper evaluation and guidance.

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is a highly effective treatment option when used as directed by your healthcare provider. It is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage and treatment duration to achieve optimal results. Completing the entire course of therapy is essential, as premature discontinuation may lead to the return or worsening of symptoms. By following your doctor's instructions, you can maximize the benefits of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet and effectively manage your condition.

No, it is not recommended for use in patients with active liver disease. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any liver diseases before prescribing Xtor-10 EZ Tablet . Your doctor will assess your condition and determine whether this medication is safe and appropriate for you.

Diarrhea is a potential side effect of Xtor-10 EZ Tablet , although it occurs in a minority of individuals. If you experience diarrhoea while taking this medication, it is essential to prioritize hydration by drinking plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broths, and electrolyte-rich beverages. If diarrhoea persists or becomes severe, consult your healthcare provider promptly for guidance and support.

Xtor-10 EZ Tablet is a medication that helps lower cholesterol levels. It works in two ways: by reducing the amount of cholesterol produced in the liver and blocking the absorption of cholesterol from food in the intestines. By combining these two actions, this medication helps significantly reduce harmful cholesterol levels, which can lower the risk of heart disease.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Other Info - XTO0004

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