Atortin-40
tablet
Dose Type
Atorvastatin 40mg
Generic Name
National Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Manufactured By
Information
Atortin-40 is the lipid lowering drug containing atorvastatin 40mg that is used to reduce the amount of cholesterol from the blood.It is used to treat abnormal cardiovascular disease and prevents from heart stroke and heart attacks.
Therapeutic Class
Lipid lowering drug
Dose and Direction of Use
- Take the tablet orally with water.
- Swallow the tablet without any modification to the tablet.
- Follow the dosing schedule as per the prescription.
- Take the medication at the same time of the day.
Mode of Action
Atorvastatin competitively inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase.By preventing the conversion of HMG-CoA to mevalonate, statin medications decrease cholesterol production in the liver.
Uses
- Lower the cholesterol level
- Prevent from heart strokes
- Prevent from heart attacks.
Contraindications
- Severe hepatic impairment
- Severe renal impairment
- Untreated decreased level of thyroid hormones
Precautions and Warning
- Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
- Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem, heart problem or liver problem before taking this medicine
- Don't double the dose for the missed one.
- Complete the prescribed dose and duration of medicine. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as this tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.