Ingredient

Atorvastatin Calcium

Atorvastatin calcium is used to lower blood cholesterol and prevent cardiovascular diseases.

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MFDS ingredient code M093499

What does it do?

Atorvastatin calcium is a lipid-lowering agent from the statin class, used to reduce levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood. It is primarily prescribed for the treatment of hyperlipidemia and for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

Atorvastatin calcium inhibits the enzyme involved in cholesterol synthesis in the liver, thereby reducing cholesterol production in the blood. This leads to a decrease in cholesterol accumulation in the blood vessels and lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

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Good to know

Atorvastatin calcium is widely used due to its strong effect on improving blood lipids compared to other statins, and its proven cardiovascular protective effects. It is also distinguished by the importance of monitoring liver function during its use.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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