Atocor 10 Tablet- 15
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Manufactured By Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Composition Atorvastatin (10mg)
Package Size ( 15 Tablet in a strip )
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Atocor 10 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart diseases. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Atocor 10 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at about the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels thereby increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.
It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.
Common side effects of this medicine include constipation, flatulence, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.
This medicine should not be used in some conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and monitor it regularly thereafter.
BENEFITS OF ATOCOR TABLET
In High cholesterol
Atocor 10 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It works by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer.
Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
In Prevention of Heart attack
High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis) and put you at risk of having a stroke or heart disease. Lowering the amount of this fat reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ATOCOR TABLET
Common side effects of Atocor
- Dyspepsia
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Joint pain
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Nausea
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Interactions / Warnings:
Taking Atorvastatin with alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage.
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A: Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Your total cholesterol is made up of LDL and HDL cholesterol. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol as it can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart diseases and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. Triglycerides also are harmful fats found in your blood.
Q: Is Atocor used for lowering cholesterol?
A: Atocor belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Atocor can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.
Q: Is Atocor diuretic?
A: Atocor is not a diuretic. It is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.
Q: Is Atocor better than simvastatin and pravastatin?
A: Atocor, simvastatin, and pravastatin belong to the same category of medications with similar action and similar side effects, but their effect may vary upon individual response. Always consult your doctor regarding its use.
Q: Can the use of Atocor cause diabetes?
A: Diabetes has not been reported as a side effect of Atocor. However, it may increase your blood sugar levels. So, it is very important that you monitor your blood sugar levels regularly if you are taking Atocor. Also, share with your doctor if you have diabetes mellitus and you are advised to take Atocor as your doctor will monitor you while you are taking this medicine.
Q: Can Atocor lower the level of triglycerides?
A: Atocor belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. Atocor is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed.
Q: Does Atocor cause weight loss?
A: Atocor has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while you are taking Atocor.
Q: Does Atocor cause erectile dysfunction?
A: Atocor can cause erectile dysfunction although this side effect is not very clear. Please consult your doctor if you experience erectile dysfunction while you are taking Atocor.
Q: Does Atocor cause diarrhea?
A: Diarrhea is a common side effect of Atocor. Please consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea after taking Atocor as the dose of your medicine may need to be changed.
Q: Does Atocor cause memory loss?
A: Loss of memory is an uncommon side effect of Atocor, which may affect up to 1 in 100 people. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of memory loss after taking Atocor.
Q: Does Atocor cause frequent urination?
A: Atocor has not been reported to cause frequent urination. Please consult your doctor if you experience increased urinary frequency after taking Atocor.
Q: Does Atocor cause high blood pressure?
A: Atocor has not been reported to cause high blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of high blood pressure while taking Atocor.
Q: Is Atocor a blood thinner?
A: Atocor is not a blood thinner. Atocor is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.
Q: Is Atocor safe to take?
A: Atocor is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Atocor a beta blocker?
A: Atocor is not a beta blocker. Atocor is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.
Q: Is Atocor a controlled substance?
A: Atocor is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA). Controlled substances are drugs that are strictly regulated to reduce the risk of abuse and illegal distribution. To determine the level of restriction placed on a particular controlled substance, five different categories (or
Q: Is Atocor an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor?
A: Atocor is not an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Atocor is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.
Q: Can I take Atocor with metformin?
A: Atocor can be taken with metformin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Atocor with ibuprofen?
A: Atocor can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Atocor with milk?
A: No information is available for the use of Atocor with milk. However, it can be taken any time of the day, with or without food. Please consult your doctor.
Q: Can I take Atocor with fenofibrate?
A: Both fenofibrate and Atocor have similar effects and they may increase the effects of each other. Fenofibrate may also increase side effects like risk for rhabdomyolysis (condition in which damaged skeletal muscle breaks down rapidly). Monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Atocor with levothyroxine?
A: Atocor can be taken with levothyroxine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Atocor with amlodipine?
A: Atocor can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Atocor with erythromycin?
A: Erythromycin can increase the level or effect of Atocor by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy). So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Atocor with metronidazole?
A: Metronidazole can increase the level or effect of Atocor by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy) with Atocor. So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Atocor with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin can increase the level or effect of Atocor by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy) with Atocor. So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Atocor cause gas?
A: Flatulence (gas or wind) is one of the common side effects associated with the use of Atocor. If you have any such symptom while taking the drug, consult your doctor.
Q: Does Atocor lower blood pressure?
A: Atocor is a lipid-lowering drug used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels and for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. However, a meta-analysis of different clinical trial shows that Atocor has a small blood pressure lowering effect.
Q: Does Atocor affect the liver?
A: Atocor is associated rarely with hepatobiliary disorders. Its use is also linked with abnormal liver function test and hence a periodic test of the liver functions is recommended.
Q: Does Atocor cause itching?
A: Atocor use has been associated with urticaria (itching) and skin rash. If you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.
Q: Does Atocor thin blood?
A: Atocor is not a blood-thinner. It is a lipid-lowering agent and acts by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase enzyme.
Q: What is Atocor?
A: Atocor is a lipid-lowering drug which belongs to group of medications called statins (lipid-lowering agents) or HMG CoA reductase inhibitors. It acts by blocking the enzyme HMG CoA reductase and formation of cholesterol, thus, lowering the blood lipid levels.
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