Manufactured By Pure & Cure Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. (A Subsidiary of Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd.)
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Taxes
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How it works
This medicine is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).
How to use
To be used as directed by physician
Interactions / Warnings
warnings Alcohol CAUTION It is unsafe to consume alcohol with it. Taking Atorvastatin with alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage. warnings Pregnancy CAUTION it is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Please consult your doctor. warnings Lactation it is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. warnings Driving SAFE it does not usually affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney SAFE it is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of it is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. warnings Liver CAUTION it should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of it may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of it is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
