Atorvastatin Calcium 10mg Tablets IP

Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets IP is an effective medicine available under the brand name CORAVAS-10, is an effective treatment for high cholesterol. It contains Atorvastatin Calcium, which is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). This medicine functions by inhibiting the release of an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is essential in the body to make cholesterol. Thus, the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides are lower and the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL) increase.

The dosage of this medication is based on the medical condition, tolerance, response to the treatment, and age. Also, the other medications you may be taking can be a crucial factor in determining the dosage. Narrate your medical history and inform your doctor about all the products you are taking, including non-prescription drugs, prescription drugs, and herbal products. In addition, must inform your healthcare professional if suffering from any kidney disease, liver disease, or diabetes before commencing treatment with Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets IP.

How to use Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets IP

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. Grapefruit can increase the amount of this medication in your bloodstream. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

If you also take certain other drugs to lower your cholesterol (bile acid-binding resins such as cholestyramine or colestipol), take atorvastatin at least 1 hour before or at least 4 hours after taking these medications. These products can react with atorvastatin, preventing its full absorption. Take this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to take it at the same time each day.

Precautions To Take with Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets IP

To maximize the benefits of Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets IP, take this medicine as per the dosage and duration prescribed by the healthcare professional. In addition, you can take this medication while following the below-listed measures.

Measures to Take:-

1. In general, Atorvastatin is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas, or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
2. Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle pain. 
3. 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.
4. Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Atorvastatin may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
5. Do not take Atorvastatin if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Thus, these are a few precautions that one can take and enhance the effectiveness of this medication. To know more details about Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets IP, consult with the healthcare professional.

FAQ’s

Q. What should I know about high cholesterol?

A. Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Bad cholesterol 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 disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful to you.

Q. Is Atorvastatin used for lowering cholesterol?

A. Atorvastatin belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lowers the level of lipids or fats. Atorvastatin is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes fail to lower the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Atorvastatin 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.