Atorlip 80 mg Tablet

Atorlip 80 mg Tablet is a prescription cholesterol-lowering medicine that contains 80 mg of atorvastatin in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class of drugs and is used to help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Atorlip 80 mg Tablet is also used to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other blood vessel problems in people who need intensive cholesterol control.

How it works: Atorvastatin works by blocking an enzyme the liver uses to make cholesterol, which lowers the amount of cholesterol circulating in the blood. In this tablet form, each Atorlip 80 mg Tablet delivers a full 80 mg dose to help support long-term cholesterol control when a higher-strength statin dose is needed.

Atorlip 80 mg Tablet is the highest strength in this brand range, with four lower strengths available: Atorlip 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, and 40 mg. This higher-strength tablet is usually chosen only after a doctor has assessed the person’s cholesterol goals and response to lower doses, because 80 mg is a more intensive dose and is not the usual starting strength for most patients.

• High LDL cholesterol
• High triglycerides
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• Lowering risk of heart attack and stroke
• Reducing cholesterol in people at high cardiovascular risk

• Swallow the Atorlip 80 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew it unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• Take it once daily exactly as prescribed, with or without food.
• Try to take it at the same time each day to help you remember doses.
• Follow the cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise plan your doctor recommends along with Atorlip 80 mg Tablet.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose; skip it if it is almost time for the next dose.
• Because this is a high-strength tablet, do not start or stop it on your own without medical advice.

Each Atorlip 80 mg Tablet provides 80 mg of atorvastatin, which is a high-strength dose. It may be taken once daily, and the maximum daily dose is generally 80 mg unless your doctor directs otherwise. Your doctor decides the exact dose based on your cholesterol levels, heart risk, and how well you respond to lower strengths.

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

Common side effects of Atorvastatin may include:

• Muscle aches or soreness, which may be more noticeable with higher-strength statin therapy
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Upset stomach
• Joint pain
• Headache

• Atorlip 80 mg Tablet is a high-strength dose and should be used only when a doctor has determined that lower strengths are not enough.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, a history of muscle problems, or drink alcohol regularly.
• Avoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your doctor gives specific instructions.
• Report any unexplained muscle pain or weakness right away, because statins can rarely cause serious muscle injury.
• Tell your doctor about all other medicines and supplements you take, since some combinations raise atorvastatin levels.
• If you have diabetes or risk factors for diabetes, your doctor may monitor blood sugar while you are taking this tablet.
• Use caution with heavy alcohol use because it can increase liver-related risks.

• Grapefruit juice in large amounts may raise atorvastatin levels and increase side effects.
• Certain antibiotics and antifungal medicines can interact with atorvastatin.
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines may raise the risk of statin side effects.
• Cyclosporine and some other immunosuppressants can significantly increase atorvastatin exposure.
• Fibrates or niacin can increase the risk of muscle problems when used with Atorlip 80 mg Tablet.

Store Atorlip 80 mg Tablet in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct light, and keep it in the original strip/box of 10 tablets until use.