Atosta 5 Tablet

Atosta 5 Tablet is a tablet containing atorvastatin 5 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class of medicines, which are used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides and to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. Atosta 5 Tablet is prescribed for people with high LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, mixed dyslipidemia, or other cardiovascular risk factors when cholesterol-lowering treatment is needed.

How it works: Atorvastatin in Atosta 5 Tablet works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that helps make cholesterol. As a tablet taken by mouth, it is absorbed into the body and helps the liver remove more LDL cholesterol from the blood over time.

Atosta 5 Tablet provides a lower atorvastatin strength than the higher-dose tablets used when more cholesterol lowering is needed. This 5 mg tablet may suit people starting treatment, those who need a gentler dose adjustment, or patients whose doctor wants a smaller daily dose based on lab results and overall heart risk. Because there are no other listed strengths or forms in this brand range, Atosta 5 Tablet fits the lower end of standard atorvastatin dosing and should be used only as directed by a clinician.

• Lowering LDL cholesterol
• Reducing total cholesterol and triglycerides
• Raising HDL cholesterol in some patients
• Helping prevent heart attack and stroke in at-risk patients
• Managing mixed dyslipidemia

• Swallow Atosta 5 Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day, with or without food.
• Follow the exact dose prescribed; do not change the number of tablets on your own.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice unless your doctor says it is okay.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.
• Use it alongside diet, exercise, and other heart-healthy measures for best results.

Atosta 5 Tablet provides atorvastatin 5 mg per tablet. It is usually taken once daily, and the maximum daily dose depends on the prescribing plan but should never be increased without a doctor’s direction. Your clinician decides the dose based on your cholesterol levels, heart risk, other medicines, and how well you tolerate treatment.

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
• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Joint pain
• Mild stomach upset
• Fatigue

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of abnormal liver tests.
• Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness right away, especially if it is severe.
• Limit alcohol, since heavy drinking can increase liver risk with atorvastatin.
• Use caution if you have diabetes or are at risk for high blood sugar, as statins can affect glucose.
• Do not use during pregnancy, and do not breastfeed while taking atorvastatin unless your doctor specifically approves.
• Tell your prescriber about every medicine and supplement you take to avoid interactions.
• This is a lower-strength tablet, but it can still cause serious side effects if it is not used as prescribed.

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• Certain antibiotics or antifungals such as clarithromycin or itraconazole
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines
• Gemfibrozil and other fibrates
• Grapefruit juice

Store Atosta 5 Tablet at room temperature in its original strip/box, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.