Atorvastatin is used to treat patients with elevated cholesterol, triglyceride or lipoprotein levels in blood, and to reduce the risk of heart diseases, even when blood cholesterol is normal.
How it works
Atorvastatin blocks the action of the enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) that is required for the production of cholesterol in the body. It thus lowers the level of blood lipids such as cholesterol and triglycerides.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Adults: 10-20mg/day. Maximum dosage 80mg/day
Primary hypercholesterolemia and combined (mixed) hyperlipidemia: 10 mg to 40 mg once a day.
Prevention of cardiovascular disease: 10 mg to 80 mg once daily.
Common side effects
Allergic reactions, nausea, constipation, indigestion, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dark urine, unexplained muscle pain or weakness, confusion, fever, increased thirst
Who should not take
Patients who are allergic to atorvastatin or other drug in this group
Patients with liver disease.
Atorvastatin is used to treat patients with elevated cholesterol, triglyceride or lipoprotein levels in blood, and to reduce the risk of heart diseases, even when blood cholesterol is normal.
How it works
Atorvastatin blocks the action of the enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) that is required for the production of cholesterol in the body. It thus lowers the level of blood lipids such as cholesterol and triglycerides.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Adults: 10-20mg/day. Maximum dosage 80mg/day
Primary hypercholesterolemia and combined (mixed) hyperlipidemia: 10 mg to 40 mg once a day.
Prevention of cardiovascular disease: 10 mg to 80 mg once daily.
Common side effects
Allergic reactions, nausea, constipation, indigestion, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dark urine, unexplained muscle pain or weakness, confusion, fever, increased thirst
Who should not take
Patients who are allergic to atorvastatin or other drug in this group
Patients with liver disease.