Atorva Tablet 40 milligrams (Atorvastatin Calcium Trihydrate)

Adult dose

Atorvastatin is administered once daily at any time, regardless of food. The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily, but for patients requiring greater reduction in LDL cholesterol levels, treatment may start at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. The dosing range is 10 mg to 80 mg once daily. Initial and maintenance doses should be individualized based on treatment goals and patient response.

This drug may cause problems with muscles, so if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. Patients with liver dysfunction or active liver disease should not use this drug. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. This drug should not be used in children under 10 years of age or patients with certain inherited lactose metabolism disorders. Patients with a history of alcoholism or liver disease must be closely monitored for liver and muscle conditions while taking this medication. Elderly patients and those with impaired renal function are at higher risk for muscle-related side effects, so extra caution should be exercised. This drug can interact with several medications, so if taking other medications, it is essential to inform a doctor or pharmacist. Particular caution is needed when used in conjunction with specific antibiotics, antifungal agents, HIV treatments, certain blood pressure medications, and oral contraceptives. Regular monitoring of liver function and muscle condition during treatment is important. If a rash, itching, or vesicular rash occurs while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. In the event of an overdose, as there is no specific antidote, treatment should be based on symptoms, and monitoring of liver function and muscle condition should be performed. Store out of reach of children, and ensure medications are kept in their original containers for safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever and respiratory abnormalities, jaundice (skin or eyes turning yellow), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, lightning headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Fatigue
• malaise
• chest pain
• peripheral edema
• tiredness
• fever
• rhinitis
• hyperglycemia
• hypoglycemia
• weight gain

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and should be kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle