Atchol 20 Tablet

Atchol 20 Tablet is an oral tablet that contains atorvastatin 20 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class of medicines, which are used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides and help reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people who need treatment. Atchol 20 Tablet is used along with diet and lifestyle changes to treat high cholesterol and certain mixed lipid disorders. It may also be prescribed for people at increased risk of cardiovascular disease when a statin is appropriate.

How it works: Atorvastatin in Atchol 20 Tablet blocks an enzyme the liver uses to make cholesterol, which helps lower LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol. Because this is a standard tablet, it is swallowed whole and then absorbed to work throughout the body over time, not as an immediate-acting pain or symptom reliever.

Atchol 20 Tablet is a mid-strength atorvastatin option, higher than Atchol 10 Tablet and lower than Atchol 40 Tablet. A doctor may choose Atchol 20 Tablet when 10 mg is not enough to reach the desired cholesterol-lowering effect, but 40 mg is more than needed or not well tolerated. It is intended for patients whose prescriber has already assessed their lipid levels and overall heart risk.

• High LDL cholesterol
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• High triglycerides
• Lowering cardiovascular risk
• Adjunct to diet and exercise

• Swallow Atchol 20 Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it.
• Take it once daily exactly as your doctor directs, with or without food.
• Try to take the tablet at the same time each day to help you remember.
• Follow a cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise plan while taking Atchol 20 Tablet.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not stop taking the tablet on your own, even if you feel well.

Atchol 20 Tablet provides atorvastatin 20 mg in each tablet. It is commonly taken once daily, but your doctor decides the exact schedule based on your cholesterol levels, heart risk, and how you respond to treatment. The maximum daily dose of atorvastatin is 80 mg, and the right dose for you may be higher or lower than Atchol 20 Tablet depending on your medical plan.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Atorvastatin may include:

• Muscle aches or mild muscle pain
• Joint pain
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Headache
• Mild liver enzyme changes

• Atchol 20 Tablet is a prescription statin and should be used only under a doctor’s supervision.
• This 20 mg strength may be more than a starting dose for some patients, so do not begin or change the dose on your own.
• Avoid or limit alcohol, because it can increase the risk of liver problems.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney problems, diabetes, or a history of muscle disorders.
• Do not use during pregnancy, and breastfeeding should be discussed with your doctor.
• Report any unexplained muscle pain, weakness, or cramping right away.
• Atorvastatin can interact with some medicines and raise the risk of muscle damage.

• Grapefruit juice can increase atorvastatin levels.
• Certain antibiotics and antifungals may increase side effects.
• HIV and hepatitis C medicines can interact with atorvastatin.
• Cyclosporine and some other immune medicines can raise atorvastatin exposure.
• High-dose niacin or fibrates can increase the risk of muscle problems.

Store Atchol 20 Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.