CAAT 10 Tablet

CAAT 10 Tablet is an oral tablet that contains atorvastatin 10 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class of medicines, which are used to lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides while helping raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol. CAAT 10 Tablet is prescribed to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems in people who need cholesterol control. It is made by Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. and comes as a strip/box of 10 tablets.

How it works: Atorvastatin in CAAT 10 Tablet blocks an enzyme your liver uses to make cholesterol. This helps your body clear more LDL cholesterol from the blood, which lowers plaque buildup in the arteries over time.

CAAT 10 Tablet is the 10 mg strength, which is the lower-strength option compared with CAAT 40 Tablet and CAAT 80 Tablet. Doctors may choose CAAT 10 Tablet when a patient needs a gentler starting or maintenance dose, especially if they are newly starting atorvastatin or do not need a stronger cholesterol-lowering effect. Because it is a standard immediate-release tablet, it does not work by giving a quick “felt” effect; the benefit is seen gradually through improved cholesterol numbers and cardiovascular risk reduction.

• Lowering high LDL cholesterol
• Lowering triglycerides
• Raising HDL cholesterol
• Reducing risk of heart attack and stroke
• Slowing atherosclerosis in people at risk

• Swallow CAAT 10 Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it once daily exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• You may take it with or without food.
• Try to take it at the same time each day for consistency.
• Do not crush, chew, or split unless your pharmacist or doctor says it is okay.
• Keep following your cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise plan while taking this tablet.

Each CAAT 10 Tablet provides atorvastatin 10 mg per tablet. This medicine is usually taken once daily, but your doctor may adjust the schedule based on your cholesterol levels, risk factors, and other medicines. Do not take more than the amount prescribed; your doctor decides the right dose for you, and higher strengths such as CAAT 40 Tablet or CAAT 80 Tablet are used only when needed.

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
• Headache
• Mild stomach upset
• These effects are usually not serious, but muscle symptoms should be reported if they are persistent or worsening

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of liver problems before using CAAT 10 Tablet.
• Avoid drinking large amounts of alcohol, because atorvastatin can increase liver-related risk.
• Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness right away, especially if you also feel unwell or have fever.
• Use caution if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding; atorvastatin is generally not used in pregnancy.
• Let your doctor know about all other medicines and supplements, including grapefruit products, before starting this tablet.
• People with diabetes may need closer monitoring because statins can affect blood sugar.
• CAAT 10 Tablet is not for emergency treatment of chest pain or a heart attack.

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• Certain antibiotics or antifungals such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, itraconazole, or ketoconazole
• HIV or hepatitis C protease inhibitors
• Gemfibrozil and other fibrates
• Large amounts of grapefruit or grapefruit juice

Store CAAT 10 Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and excessive heat, and keep it out of reach of children.