Specification | |
US Brand Name | Lipitor |
Strength | 10mg |
Generic Name | Atorvastatin |
Manufacturer | Cipla |
Pharmaceutical Form | Tablet/s |
What is Lipvas
This drug entitled with the
generic name Atorvastatin which belongs to a
class of HMG CoA reductase inhibitors or ‘statins’ drugs. Atorvastatin reduces
the low density lipoprotein or LDL (labeled as bad cholesterol) and
triglycerides in the blood, while improves the level of high density
lipoprotein (labeled as good cholesterol). High levels of LDL may leads to
heart stroke, failure and other cardiovascular diseases in people with
diabetes, coronary heart diseases, or other risk factors. This drug is sold
under various trade names including Atorlip F by Cipla, Tonact EZ by Lupin,
Atorva by Zydus Cadila and Lipvas by Cipla.
Important information
about Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin is a comprehensive
synthetic drug which works by hepatic cholesterol biosynthesis thereby reduces
the level of LDL cholesterol. You should avoid the consumption of this drug if
you have known allergy to it. You should not take this drug if you have
following conditions: liver disease, thyroid, kidney problems, diabetes or
severe bladder infection. Prohibit this drug if you are pregnant and breast
feeding because it can harm your baby. Avoid or limit the alcohol consumption.
Always take this drug as per your doctor’s prescription. Never alter the dosage
unless your doctor advices you to do so.
Atorvastatin
is available in following strength and brand names sold by numerous
pharmaceutical companies- Atorva 5 mg, Lipvas 10mg, Atorlip F10+145mg, Tonact
EZ 10+10mg, Tonact EZ 20+10mg, Atorva 80 mg, Lipvas 20 mg, Lipvas 40 mg.
Dosage information
Swallow the tablet as a whole,
do not crush or chew it as excessive medicine in your body can cause harmful
effects. Take this drug exactly as directed by your doctor or physician. This
drug can be combined with well balanced calorie controlled diet that consists
of rich fruits and vegetables. Do not stop taking this medicine without your
doctor permission because it may leads to serious conditions.
What if you miss a dose
If you forget to take the dose,
take it as soon as you remember, but if scheduled dose time is close, then skip
the missed one. Do not consume the double dose in order to compensate the
missed one.
What if you overdose
In case of overdose, contact
your doctor immediately or visit the nearest healthcare centre.
Things to avoid
One should not exceed the limit
of the dosage as it may result into serious health issues. Avoid the
consumption of alcohol, avoid high fat diet and do not give this medicine to
anyone else without your doctor permission. This medicine could effect on your
mental ability. Avoid the work which involves high mental awareness and reflexes
such as driving.
Side Effects
Some of the serious side
effects are nausea, vomiting, kidney failure, liver failure, abdominal pain,
fatigue & dizziness, diarrhea, constipation, muscle aches, weight loss,
mood changes, or headaches. Reach you doctor immediately if you may
experience any of these side effects.
Drug interaction
Many
other drugs may interact with Atorvastatin and increase the risk of serious
muscle pain. It is extremely necessary to consult your doctor if you are taking
the following pills while being treated with Atorvastatin: Birth control pills,
Cimetidine, Conivaptan, Imatinib, Isoniazid, Dalfopristin, Quinupristin,
Rifampin, Telithromycin, Antidepressants, Heart or blood pressure medicines,
Diltiazem, Gemfibrozil, Fenofibrate, HIV medicines, Spironolactone,
Rosuvastatin, Lovastatin, Fluvastatin, Pravastatin, Simvastatin etc.
Never take a new medicine without the permission of your doctor.
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