Stator 40 Tablet

Stator 40 Tablet contains 40 mg of atorvastatin 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. Stator 40 Tablet is also used to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems in people who need cholesterol-lowering treatment. This strength is a moderate-to-higher dose and is not the same as lower-strength Stator 10 Tablet or Stator 20 Tablet.

How it works: Atorvastatin in Stator 40 Tablet blocks an enzyme your liver uses to make cholesterol, so the liver removes more LDL from the blood. Because this is a tablet, the medicine is swallowed and absorbed systemically to help lower cholesterol over time.

Stator 40 Tablet is an as-labelled 40 mg strength, which is stronger than Stator 10 Tablet and Stator 20 Tablet, but lower than Stator 80 Tablet. A doctor may choose Stator 40 Tablet for someone who needs a stronger cholesterol-lowering effect than lower strengths can provide, based on lab results and heart-risk history. It is not meant to be started or adjusted on your own.

• Lower LDL cholesterol
• Lower triglycerides
• Help raise HDL cholesterol
• Reduce risk of heart attack
• Reduce risk of stroke

• Swallow Stator 40 Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• Do not crush, split, or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor specifically says it is okay.
• Avoid large amounts of grapefruit or grapefruit juice unless your clinician says it is safe for you.
• Keep taking it even if you feel well, because cholesterol medicines work best when taken regularly.

Each Stator 40 Tablet provides 40 mg of atorvastatin per tablet. It is usually taken once daily, but the exact dose and whether 40 mg is right for you are decided by your doctor based on your cholesterol levels, other medicines, and treatment goals. The maximum atorvastatin dose is generally 80 mg per day, and patients should not change the dose on their own.

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

Common side effects of Atorvastatin may include:

• Muscle aches or joint pain
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Headache
• Constipation
• Mild stomach upset
• More liver-related lab changes may be seen with higher doses such as Stator 40 Tablet

• Stator 40 Tablet is a higher-strength statin than 10 mg and 20 mg tablets, so your doctor may monitor you more closely for side effects.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, heavy alcohol use, or a history of muscle problems.
• Do not use during pregnancy, and do not breastfeed unless your clinician says it is appropriate.
• Avoid starting or stopping other medicines without checking for interactions.
• Report any new muscle pain right away, especially if it is severe or comes with fever or dark urine.
• Use caution with grapefruit products, which can increase atorvastatin levels.
• This medicine lowers cholesterol but does not replace a heart-healthy diet and exercise plan.

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

Store Stator 40 Tablet at room temperature in its original strip or box, protected from moisture and heat.