Atocor 10 Tablet

Atocor 10 Tablet is an oral tablet that contains atorvastatin 10 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class of medicines, which are used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with or at risk for cardiovascular disease. Atocor 10 Tablet is commonly prescribed alongside diet and other lifestyle changes to help control LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides.

How it works: Atorvastatin works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that the body uses to make cholesterol. As a tablet, Atocor 10 Tablet is swallowed and absorbed into the body, where it helps the liver remove more LDL cholesterol from the blood.

Atocor 10 Tablet is the 10 mg tablet strength, which is a standard lower starting or maintenance strength of atorvastatin for many adults. Because it is the 10 mg tablet, a doctor may choose it when a smaller dose is appropriate or when treatment is being adjusted based on cholesterol results, other medicines, and tolerance. This strength differs from higher-dose atorvastatin tablets by delivering less medicine per tablet, which can be useful for fine-tuning therapy.

• High LDL cholesterol
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• High triglycerides
• Lowering cardiovascular risk
• Prevention of heart attack and stroke in selected patients

• Swallow Atocor 10 Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day for the best routine.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• Follow the diet plan your doctor recommends, because Atocor 10 Tablet works best with heart-healthy eating and exercise.
• Do not stop taking the tablet just because you feel well; cholesterol medicine is often taken long term.

Atocor 10 Tablet provides atorvastatin 10 mg per tablet. It is usually taken once daily, and the exact dose and any increases are decided by the prescriber based on your cholesterol levels, other risks, and how you respond. The maximum daily dose of atorvastatin is 80 mg, but your doctor may choose a much lower dose such as Atocor 10 Tablet depending on your needs.

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

Common side effects of Atorvastatin may include:

• Muscle aches or joint pain
• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Upset stomach
• Mild tiredness

• Tell your doctor if you have any history of liver disease before using Atocor 10 Tablet.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use, since it can raise the risk of liver problems with atorvastatin.
• Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness right away, especially if you also feel feverish or unwell.
• Atocor 10 Tablet may not be appropriate during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• This medicine is not for treating a sudden chest pain emergency; seek urgent care for symptoms of a heart attack.
• Tell your prescriber about diabetes, thyroid problems, or kidney disease, since these can affect statin safety.
• If you are older or taking multiple medicines, your doctor may monitor you more closely for side effects.

• Grapefruit juice, especially large amounts
• Strong antibiotics or antifungals such as clarithromycin or itraconazole
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines that affect atorvastatin levels
• Cyclosporine
• Other cholesterol medicines such as gemfibrozil or niacin

Store Atocor 10 Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light, and keep it in the original strip until use.