TG-Tor 5 Tablet

TG-Tor 5 Tablet is a prescription atorvastatin tablet from Torrent Pharmaceuticals, India, used to help lower cholesterol and triglycerides and to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in appropriate patients. Each TG-Tor 5 Tablet contains atorvastatin 5 mg, a statin medicine that works alongside diet and lifestyle changes. It is taken by mouth as a standard tablet and is often chosen when a doctor wants a lower-dose atorvastatin option for careful cholesterol management.

How it works: Atorvastatin lowers the liver’s production of cholesterol by blocking an enzyme called HMG-CoA reductase. In tablet form, TG-Tor 5 Tablet is swallowed and absorbed through the stomach and intestines, then works in the body to help lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while supporting a rise in “good” HDL cholesterol.

TG-Tor 5 Tablet is the 5 mg strength, which is a lower-dose atorvastatin tablet and may suit patients who need a gentle starting or maintenance dose based on their medical assessment. Compared with higher-strength atorvastatin tablets, TG-Tor 5 Tablet is less likely to be used for rapid, aggressive LDL lowering and is typically selected when the prescriber wants closer dose control or a cautious approach.

• Lowering high LDL cholesterol
• Lowering triglycerides
• Helping prevent heart attack and stroke
• Slowing progression of atherosclerosis
• Cardiovascular risk reduction in selected patients

• Swallow TG-Tor 5 Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, usually once daily.
• It may be taken with or without food.
• Try to take it at the same time each day.
• Do not crush or chew unless your prescriber or pharmacist says it is appropriate.
• Keep following a cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise plan while taking the tablet.

Each TG-Tor 5 Tablet provides atorvastatin 5 mg per tablet. The usual frequency is once daily, but the exact dose and whether this 5 mg tablet is enough are determined by the prescriber based on your cholesterol levels, heart risk, and response to treatment. Do not change the dose or take more than prescribed; the maximum daily atorvastatin dose is set by the doctor and may be higher than 5 mg when clinically 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
• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Stomach discomfort
• Mild weakness or fatigue
• Slightly higher risk of side effects if the dose is increased beyond this 5 mg strength

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of abnormal liver tests.
• Report any muscle pain, weakness, or dark urine promptly, especially if taking other cholesterol medicines.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use because it can raise the risk of liver problems.
• Do not use during pregnancy, and breastfeeding is generally not recommended unless your clinician advises otherwise.
• Use caution if you have diabetes or are at risk for diabetes, since statins can affect blood sugar.
• Discuss all medicines and supplements with your prescriber because several can raise atorvastatin levels.
• This tablet does not relieve chest pain during an emergency and is not a substitute for urgent care.

• Grapefruit or grapefruit juice
• Strong antibiotics or antifungals such as clarithromycin or itraconazole
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines that affect atorvastatin levels
• Cyclosporine
• Other cholesterol medicines such as gemfibrozil or high-dose niacin

Store TG-Tor 5 Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.