ATOCOR 10MG 14TAB

Composition
Atorvastatin (10mg)
Storage- Keep it in cool and dry place below 30°C
Consume Type- Oral

Description

Atocor 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the arteries' walls and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. 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 10mg tablet helps to decrease the production of cholesterol that may build up on the blood vessels (arteries) of the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. By lowering cholesterol levels, they help prevent heart diseases such as heart attacks and strokes in the future.

Key Benefits

•  High cholesterol
•  Prevention of Heart attack

Direction for use

•  It should be taken as directed by your doctor and in the prescribed quantity.
•  Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
•  It would be best if you take it at a fixed time for optimal results preferably at night after dinner.
•  Keep it away from the reach of children
•  Do not use expired medicine.

Safety Precaution

•  Tell the doctor about the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
•  Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain. 
•  Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
•  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 Atocor 10 Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
•  Do not take Atocor 10 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
•  As a precautionary measure, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking
•  Eat healthy food and do regular exercises.

Side effects-

It is not necessary for everyone to experience the side effects. In case of any discomfort, consult your doctor.

•  Constipation
•  Flatulence
•  Dyspepsia
•  Abdominal pain