Aztor 10 Tablet

Aztor 10 Tablet contains atorvastatin 10 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class of medicines, which are used to help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL (“good”) cholesterol in some people. Aztor 10 Tablet is also used to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems in people with high risk or established heart disease. It is a prescription tablet made by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and is taken as part of a cholesterol-lowering plan that also includes diet and lifestyle changes.

How it works: Atorvastatin in Aztor 10 Tablet blocks an enzyme in the liver that the body uses to make cholesterol. With less cholesterol being made, the liver removes more LDL from the blood, which helps reduce plaque buildup in arteries.

Aztor 10 Tablet is a lower-strength atorvastatin tablet compared with Aztor 20 Tablet, Aztor 40 Tablet, and Aztor 80 Tablet, so it may suit people who need a modest starting or maintenance dose. Doctors may choose Aztor 10 Tablet when they want a gentler dose adjustment, when a patient is more sensitive to statins, or when cholesterol goals can be met without moving to a higher strength. It is not the same as Aztor 5 Tablet, but it is still considered a lower-dose option within the Aztor line.

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

• Swallow Aztor 10 Tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor specifically says it is okay.
• It can usually be taken once daily, with or without food.
• Try to take it at the same time each day to help you remember it.
• Follow the cholesterol-friendly diet and exercise plan your doctor recommends while using this tablet.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not change to Aztor 20 Tablet, Aztor 40 Tablet, or Aztor 80 Tablet on your own, since those are stronger tablets.

Each Aztor 10 Tablet provides atorvastatin 10 mg. The usual frequency is once daily, but your doctor decides the exact dose based on your cholesterol levels, risk factors, and how you respond. The maximum daily dose of atorvastatin is generally 80 mg per day, so Aztor 10 Tablet is a lower-strength option rather than a high-dose tablet.

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

Common side effects of Atorvastatin may include:

• Muscle aches or mild muscle pain
• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Tiredness
• Indigestion

• Aztor 10 Tablet is not used for sudden chest pain or an active heart attack; emergency care may still be needed for those symptoms.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, a history of heavy alcohol use, or unexplained muscle pain before starting this tablet.
• Higher atorvastatin doses can raise the chance of muscle side effects, so this 10 mg strength may be chosen when a gentler dose is preferred.
• Do not take it during pregnancy; it is generally avoided while breastfeeding unless your clinician advises otherwise.
• Limit alcohol because it can add strain to the liver.
• Tell your doctor about diabetes, thyroid problems, kidney disease, or past statin intolerance.
• This tablet may interact with medicines that raise atorvastatin levels, increasing side-effect risk.

• Grapefruit juice in large amounts may increase atorvastatin levels.
• Strong antibiotics or antifungals such as clarithromycin or itraconazole can interact with atorvastatin.
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines may raise the risk of side effects.
• Cyclosporine can significantly increase atorvastatin exposure.
• Gemfibrozil and other fibrates can increase the risk of muscle problems.

Store Aztor 10 Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.