Avicus 80 mg Tablet

Avicus 80 mg Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains 80 mg of atorvastatin 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 at risk. Avicus 80 mg Tablet is intended for patients whose doctor has decided that a high-strength statin is appropriate for their treatment plan.

How it works: Atorvastatin works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that helps make cholesterol. In tablet form, Avicus 80 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed to help the liver lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol over time.

Avicus 80 mg Tablet is a high-strength atorvastatin tablet, so it is not the usual starting strength for many people. Because this is the only strength in the Avicus range sold by us, it fits patients who have already been assessed by a doctor and need an 80 mg dose rather than a lower-strength option.

• High cholesterol
• Mixed dyslipidemia
• Lowering LDL cholesterol
• Reducing triglycerides
• Helping prevent heart attack and stroke in high-risk patients

• Swallow Avicus 80 mg Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split unless your doctor says it is okay.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day unless your prescriber gives different instructions.
• This tablet can be taken with or without food.
• Follow the exact dose prescribed; do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose.
• Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice unless your doctor says it is safe for you.
• Keep taking the tablet even if you feel well, because cholesterol medicine works best when taken regularly.

Each Avicus 80 mg Tablet provides 80 mg of atorvastatin, which is a high dose compared with lower-strength atorvastatin tablets used for many patients. It is typically taken once daily, and the maximum dose is usually 80 mg per day unless a doctor specifically directs otherwise. Your doctor decides whether this strength is right for you based on your cholesterol levels, heart risk, and other medicines.

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
• Headache
• Mild tiredness

• Avicus 80 mg Tablet is a high-strength statin, so muscle symptoms should be reported promptly.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, heavy alcohol use, or a history of muscle problems.
• Do not use this medicine during pregnancy, and avoid it while breastfeeding unless your clinician specifically instructs you otherwise.
• Tell your prescriber about all medicines and supplements, because several can raise atorvastatin levels and increase side effects.
• Limit alcohol, since it can add strain to the liver.
• If you develop unexplained muscle pain or weakness, seek medical advice right away.
• Continue heart-healthy diet and exercise as recommended; the tablet works best as part of a full treatment plan.

• Certain antibiotics and antifungals, including macrolides and azole antifungals
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines that affect liver enzymes
• Cyclosporine
• Gemfibrozil and other fibrates
• Grapefruit juice in large amounts

Store Avicus 80 mg Tablet at room temperature in its original strip/box, away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.