Atorvastatin - Atorlip 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg Tablets for Cholesterol

Atorvastatin - Atorlip 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg Tablets

Atorvastatin is a statin used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. It is taken once a day with a cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise, both for high cholesterol and for risk that comes from other conditions. It is supplied here as Atorlip 5 mg, Atorlip 10 mg and Atorlip 20 mg tablets, 30 tablets per pack, made by Cipla. Another statin with the same purpose is Rosuvastatin, and a tablet that works on cholesterol absorption instead of production is Ezetimibe.

• Three variants: Atorlip 5 mg, 10 mg and 20 mg
• 30 tablets per pack
• Statin that lowers cholesterol and cardiovascular risk
• A prescription medicine in most countries

Variant Comparison

All three variants contain atorvastatin, so the difference is the strength reached at each step of the dose ladder.

Treatment starts low and is increased no more often than every two to four weeks, so the 5 mg and 10 mg tablets are the steps most people pass through, and the 20 mg tablet is used when the target is not reached or the risk calls for stronger lowering. Because the strengths cover the range without splitting tablets, the variant is simply the step prescribed. Other medicines are added rather than substituted: an antiplatelet such as Clopidogrel is given after a heart attack or stent, where the aim is clot prevention.

How Atorvastatin Works

Atorvastatin blocks an enzyme in the liver that makes cholesterol, so the liver produces less of it and takes more cholesterol out of the blood. That lowers LDL cholesterol in particular and slows the build-up of cholesterol on artery walls. Muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, unusual tiredness and dark urine need medical attention because they can be signs of a rare muscle problem, and liver blood tests are checked before and during treatment.

Dosage & Administration

One tablet once a day, with or without food, at the same time each day. The dose is increased step by step, not more often than every two to four weeks, until cholesterol reaches target. Do not stop taking it because you feel well: treatment is long term. Tell your doctor about cimetidine, niacin and other supplements you take, and ask about grapefruit, which affects how the tablet is handled. Atorvastatin is not continued in pregnancy: if you become pregnant, stop the tablet and contact your doctor straight away. Do not take it with liver disease without medical review.

This product may require a prescription in your country. Information provided is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.