atorstat 20mg 14 tablets

Atorstat tablets are used to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

This is because it contains the active ingredient atorvastatin, which helps increase HDL (good) cholesterol and improve blood lipid profiles.

Atorstat Ingredients

It contains the active ingredient atorvastatin at a concentration of 20 mg. Atorvastatin belongs to a class of medications known as statins, which work by inhibiting the enzyme responsible for cholesterol production in the liver.

Indications for Use of Atorstat Tablets

Atorstat tablets are used in the following cases:

• Reducing cholesterol production in the liver.
• Removing LDL cholesterol from the blood.
• Preventing heart disease.
• Treating mixed lipid disorders.
• Treating high triglycerides.
• Preventing stroke.

atorstat Dosage

The treating physician will determine the appropriate dosage of tablets based on the patient's cholesterol and triglyceride levels. The usual dose is one tablet daily.

How to Use atorstat Tablets

• The doctor may increase the dosage depending on the patient's response to treatment.
• The prescribed dosage must be strictly followed.
• The tablets should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.
• If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as remembered.

Contraindications for atorstat 

• The tablets should not be used in cases of allergy to the active ingredient.
• The medication should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding except under the supervision of a doctor.
• Use with caution in patients with liver disease.
• Use with caution in the elderly.

Side Effects of atorstat

• Headache.
• General fatigue.
• Stomach upset.
• Indigestion.
• Diarrhea.
• Nausea.
• Muscle pain.

atorstat Tablet Strengths

Atorstat is available in oral tablet form in several strengths, including:

• 80 mg (10 tablets per pack)
• 40 mg (14 tablets per pack)
• 20 mg (14 tablets per pack)
• 10 mg (14 tablets per pack)

Atorstat Alternatives Available in Pharmacies

• Fatstatin
• Ator
• Hypolixavast
• Borgastin

Atorstat Storage Conditions

• Atorstat should be stored at room temperature between 25°C and 30°C.
• Keep tablets out of the reach of children and pets.
• Alindomax tablets should be stored away from moisture and heat.