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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:47 PM IST
Tonact Plus Tablet is used to treat high cholesterol. It contains atorvastatin and nicotinic acid which works by reducing the bad cholesterol, triglycerides and increasing the levels of good cholesterol. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as constipation, nausea, stomach pain, weakness, muscle pain, headache, dizziness, and itching. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Lupin Ltd

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Not Returnable

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About Tonact Plus Tablet

Tonact Plus Tablet belongs to a class of medications called antilipemic (cholesterol-lowering agent). Tonact Plus Tablet is used to treat raised cholesterol levels in our body. Tonact Plus Tablet helps lower the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol in the blood and increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol. Dyslipidaemia 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). Tonact Plus Tablet is an extended-release formulation that releases slowly for a longer duration of time.

Tonact Plus Tablet contains two medicines, namely atorvastatin and nicotinic acid (vitamin B3). 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), triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (also known as high-density lipoproteins or HDL). On the other hand, Tonact Plus Tablet contains nicotinic acid, which is a form of vitamin B that further increases good cholesterol levels (HDL).

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

Do not take Tonact Plus Tablet if you are allergic to Tonact Plus Tablet , or any other ingredients present in it. Tonact Plus Tablet should not be taken in conditions like liver disease or kidney disease. Tonact Plus Tablet should not be prescribed to children less than 10 years of age. Immediately inform your doctor before taking Tonact Plus Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, breastfeeding. Tonact Plus Tablet has negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines. Do not drink too much while taking this medicine.

Uses of Tonact Plus Tablet

Treatment of High cholesterol.

Medicinal Benefits

Tonact Plus Tablet taken with dietary measures helps treat high cholesterol, especially for heart patients when initial dietary measures fail to lower cholesterol. It helps lower the bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases the level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the state of dyslipidemia or hyperlipidemia. Tonact Plus Tablet is considered more effective compared to other cholesterol-lowering medicines. Tonact Plus Tablet also lowers the amount of fat or cholesterol deposition (plaque) in the heart's arteries, thereby reducing the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in the future. Tonact Plus Tablet contains nicotinic acid, which is a form of vitamin B that further increases good cholesterol levels (HDL). 

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tonact Plus Tablet

  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Weakness
  • Muscle pain
  • Abnormal heart rhythm
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Headache
  • Arthralgia
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea
  • Itching
  • Peripheral Edema
  • Flushing of skin
  • Increased glucose level in the blood

Drug Warnings

Tonact Plus Tablet may cause a breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. This condition usually occurs in the elderly, people with kidney disease, and poorly controlled hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). Tonact Plus Tablet should not be prescribed to children less than 10 years of age. You should contact a doctor before if you have had an allergic reaction to Tonact Plus Tablet , have a liver problem (jaundice, liver cirrhosis), or kidney problems, pregnant or planning to get pregnant, breastfeeding, have severe lung disease, 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) and damaged muscle tissue (rhabdomyolysis).

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: This medicine may interact with immunosuppressant medicines (cyclosporine), cholesterol-lowering medicines (gemfibrozil), antifungal (itraconazole), antiviral/HIV medicine (ritonavir), medicines for heart disease (digoxin), blood thinner (warfarin), anti-hypertensive drugs (like verapamil, diltiazem).

Drug-Food Interaction: Tonact Plus Tablet may interact with grapefruit. It increases the concentration of Tonact Plus Tablet in your body.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Patients with serious liver disease (jaundice), kidney disease, lung disease, thyroid disease, and muscle weakness (rhabdomyolysis) should be closely monitored while having treatment with Tonact Plus Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • GEMFIBROZIL
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • RITONAVIR
  • DIGOXIN
  • WARFARIN
  • VERAPAMIL
  • DILTIAZEM

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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 rich in soluble fiber 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 many 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, 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 sodium chloride intake (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.

Special Advise

If muscle fatigue or muscle pain affects your daily activity. Try to contact a doctor if you have muscle weakness or fatigue.

Disease/Condition Glossary

High cholesterol: Cholesterol is a waxy substance produced by the liver to protect nerves, make tissue, and various hormones. Our body also receives cholesterol from the food we eat, like cooking oils, eggs, meats, and dairy products. Excess cholesterol is bad for our health. There are two types of cholesterol, namely 'bad cholesterol' and 'good cholesterol'. Bad cholesterol comprises low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG), while good cholesterol consists of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Usually, there are no specific symptoms of raised or high cholesterol levels but a large deposition of cholesterol in the arteries (plaque) or heart blockage. Blocked artery or plaque formation in the heart's arteries can lead to chest pain (angina), heart attack, or stroke. It is advisable to have complete cholesterol tests (lipid profile test) at least once a year. It will help you to closely monitor your heart health and risk of heart attack and stroke. 

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Alcohol

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

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Pregnancy

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Tonact Plus Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking Tonact Plus Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

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Breastfeeding is not recommended. Contact your doctor before taking Tonact Plus Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Tonact Plus Tablet has negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Tonact Plus 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

Tonact Plus 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

Tonact Plus Tablet is not indicated in the treatment of patients below the age of 10 years.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India Country of Origin: India
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FAQs

Tonact Plus Tablet is used to treat raised cholesterol levels in our body. Tonact Plus Tablet is a combination of two medicines, namely atorvastatin and nicotinic acid (vitamin B3). 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), triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (also known as high-density lipoproteins or HDL). On the other hand, Tonact Plus Tablet contains nicotinic acid, which is a form of vitamin B that further increases good cholesterol levels (HDL).
Yes. Muscle weakness can be the long-term side effects of Tonact Plus 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.
Tonact Plus Tablet 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 Tonact Plus Tablet .
Yogurt has the ability to lower cholesterol to its probiotic content. Yogurt eaters have a better metabolic profile than those who did not eat yogurt.
Most of the time, high cholesterol levels are associated with an unhealthy lifestyle. The most common causes include obesity, smoking, genetic factors, sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy eating habits, and family history.
You are recommended not to stop taking Tonact Plus Tablet suddenly, as it may raise your cholesterol levels and increase the risk of stroke or heart attack. Always consult your doctor before stopping Tonact Plus Tablet .
Tonact Plus Tablet can cause an increase in blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. There is no need to stop Tonact Plus Tablet , but you should consult your diabetologist for advice on managing your diabetes. If necessary, the doctor may adjust your treatment or change the medication to avoid potential interactions.
Cholesterol is a precursor to lipids or fats in the body and is an essential component of cell membranes. However, an elevated level of LDL cholesterol (responsible for transporting cholesterol to tissues) can result in plaque formation, atherosclerosis, and narrowing of blood vessels. This restricts blood flow and increases the risk of coronary heart disease. Tonact Plus Tablet , containing Atorvastatin, helps reduce cholesterol build-up in the body. By lowering cholesterol levels, it lowers atherosclerosis, reducing the likelihood of heart attacks and delaying complications related to the heart and blood vessels.
Tonact Plus Tablet causes side effects such as constipation, nausea, vomiting, weakness, muscle pain, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, itching, peripheral edema, and increased glucose in the blood. However, consult a doctor if these persist longer.

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