Avas 20 Tablet

Avas 20 Tablet is a prescription 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 to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people who need cholesterol-lowering treatment. Avas 20 Tablet is taken by mouth and is often used along with diet, exercise, and other lifestyle changes. This specific 20 mg tablet is a medium-strength option that a clinician may choose when a lower dose is not enough or when the patient needs a moderate-intensity statin regimen.

How it works: Atorvastatin in Avas 20 Tablet works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that the body uses to make cholesterol. As a result, the liver removes more LDL cholesterol from the blood, which helps lower bad cholesterol and support heart health.

Avas 20 Tablet provides 20 mg of atorvastatin per tablet, which is stronger than the 5 mg and 10 mg tablet strengths and less than the 40 mg and 80 mg strengths. Because there are no other atorvastatin strengths sold in our range, Avas 20 Tablet is the exact tablet offered here for patients whose doctor wants a 20 mg dose. It may be chosen when a prescriber wants more cholesterol-lowering effect than a low-dose tablet can provide, while still avoiding the highest-strength tablets.

• Lowering LDL (“bad”) cholesterol
• Lowering triglycerides
• Raising HDL (“good”) cholesterol modestly
• Reducing risk of heart attack and stroke
• Slowing cholesterol buildup in blood vessels

• Swallow Avas 20 Tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your prescriber says it is okay.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day for the best routine.
• Avas 20 Tablet can be taken with or without food.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.
• Follow the cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise plan your clinician recommended while taking Avas 20 Tablet.

Each Avas 20 Tablet contains atorvastatin 20 mg. It is usually taken once daily, and the doctor decides the exact schedule based on your cholesterol levels, heart risk, and response to treatment; the maximum approved daily dose of atorvastatin is 80 mg. Do not change the dose or stop Avas 20 Tablet without medical advice, because the right dose depends on your lab results and treatment goals.

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
• Joint pain
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Upset stomach
• Mild headache
• Tiredness

• Do not use Avas 20 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless your doctor specifically advises otherwise.
• Tell your clinician if you have liver disease, heavy alcohol use, or a history of unexplained muscle pain.
• This 20 mg strength may cause muscle-related side effects in some people, especially if combined with certain other medicines.
• Avoid drinking excessive alcohol because it can increase the chance of liver problems.
• Report new muscle pain, weakness, or dark urine right away, especially after starting or increasing the dose.
• Your doctor may check cholesterol levels and liver tests while you are taking Avas 20 Tablet.
• Keep taking the tablet even if you feel well, because high cholesterol usually has no symptoms.

• Certain antibiotics and antifungals can raise atorvastatin levels.
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines may interact with atorvastatin.
• Cyclosporine and some immunosuppressants can increase the risk of muscle side effects.
• Grapefruit juice can increase atorvastatin exposure and should be limited unless your prescriber says otherwise.
• Other cholesterol medicines, especially fibrates, may increase muscle-related risk.

Store Avas 20 Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.