Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

ATROCLEAN-40 – ATROCLEAN-40 tablets contain Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg, which belongs to a group of medications called statins. This medication is widely used to treat high cholesterol; it reduces the level of cholesterol and the risks of heart diseases. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that accumulates in your blood vessels, causing constriction.

Atorvastatin is a cholesterol and triglyceride (fat)-lowering medicine that helps prevent heart disease, angina (chest discomfort), strokes, and heart attacks. Atorvastatin calcium is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). 

Uses of Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

• High cholesterol
• Prevention of Heart Attack
• High Triglycerides

Medical Benefits of Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

High cholesterol levels can cause blood arteries to constrict (atherosclerosis), increasing your risk of having a stroke or heart disease. Lowering your intake of this fat minimises the likelihood of this happening and allows you to stay healthier for longer. Even if you are feeling OK, continue to take this medication.

Side Effects of Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg also contains some harmful effects like other medicines. These harmful effects do not require any medical attention and disappear over time when your body adjusts to the medicine. If you are suffering from these side effects and are worried about them, then consult with your doctor and take medical advice.

• Dyspepsia
• Abdominal pain
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea
• Joint pain
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
• Nausea
• Pain in extremities
• Urinary tract infection
• Abnormal liver function tests

How Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg Works

Atorvastatin calcium works by delaying cholesterol formation in the body, reducing the amount of cholesterol that can build up on the walls of the arteries and obstruct blood flow to the heart, brain, and other organs. 

Atorvastatin 40mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medicine (statin). It acts by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase), which is required in the body to produce cholesterol. It reduces “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides while increasing “good” cholesterol (HDL).

How to Take Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

Take this medication as prescribed by your doctor. It is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor’s advice. You can take this medication with a meal, without a meal or on an empty stomach. 

You can take this medication at any time of the day. To get better outcomes, take it at a fixed time each day as advised by your doctor. Do not chew or crush this medication; swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. 

Storage of Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

• Store this medication in a cool and dry place away from direct heat and sunlight. 
• Keep this medication away from the reach of children and pets.

Precautions for taking Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

Below, we mention some precautions for taking this medication:

Alcohol – Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medication.

Pregnancy – If you are pregnant or planning to conceive, then Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy. Consult with your doctor before taking this medication, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.

Breastfeeding – If you are nursing your child, then Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. A study suggests that Atorvastatin Tablets may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving – Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg do not affect the ability to drive.

Kidney – If you are suffering from kidney disease, then Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg is safe to use. No dosage adjustment is needed, but consult with your doctor before taking this medication.

Liver – Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dosage adjustment of this medication may be needed, so consult with your doctor before taking this medication. This medication is not prescribed for patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What If You Forget to Take Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg

If you miss the dosage of Atorvastatin Tablets I.P. 40mg, then take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your normal schedule. Do not take two doses within twelve hours.