Xtor 10 Tablet

Xtor 10 Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains 10 mg of atorvastatin in each tablet. It belongs to the statin class of medicines, which are used to lower high cholesterol and triglycerides and to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in appropriate patients. Xtor 10 Tablet is taken by mouth and is commonly used along with diet, exercise, and other heart-healthy measures. A doctor may prescribe Xtor 10 Tablet when a lower-strength statin tablet is not enough or when a specific 10 mg dose is needed.

How it works: Atorvastatin in Xtor 10 Tablet blocks an enzyme your liver uses to make cholesterol, so the liver makes less LDL, or "bad" cholesterol. The tablet also helps the liver remove more LDL from the blood, which can lower the chance of plaque buildup in arteries over time.

Xtor 10 Tablet is the 10 mg strength of atorvastatin, which is a mid-range dose compared with Xtor 5 Tablet and higher-strength options such as Xtor 20 Tablet, Xtor 40 Tablet, and Xtor 80 Tablet. It may suit patients who need more cholesterol-lowering effect than a lower strength but do not yet need a stronger dose, and the choice is based on lab results, cardiovascular risk, and tolerance. Because it is a standard oral tablet, it does not act immediately, but your doctor may choose it for a balanced starting or maintenance dose in selected patients.

• Lowering LDL cholesterol
• Lowering triglycerides
• Raising HDL cholesterol in some patients
• Reducing risk of heart attack and stroke
• Treating mixed dyslipidemia
• Supporting prevention of cardiovascular disease

• Swallow Xtor 10 Tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise.
• Take it once daily at the same time each day for best routine adherence.
• It may be taken with or without food.
• Follow the diet plan your clinician recommended, because the tablet works best alongside lifestyle changes.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose.

Each Xtor 10 Tablet provides 10 mg of atorvastatin per tablet. The usual frequency is once daily, and the doctor decides the exact dose based on your cholesterol levels, risk factors, and how you respond; the maximum labeled daily dose of atorvastatin is typically 80 mg per day. Xtor 10 Tablet is not a "more is better" medicine, so do not increase the dose on your 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 mild muscle soreness
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Joint pain
• Indigestion
• Headache
• Mild liver enzyme changes on blood tests

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease or a history of abnormal liver tests before starting Xtor 10 Tablet.
• Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness right away, especially if it comes with fever or dark urine.
• Avoid heavy alcohol use, since atorvastatin can affect the liver.
• If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your clinician before using this tablet.
• Use extra caution if you have diabetes, thyroid problems, kidney disease, or a history of muscle disorders.
• This tablet may interact with grapefruit or grapefruit juice, which can raise atorvastatin levels in the body.
• Do not stop Xtor 10 Tablet without medical advice, because cholesterol control may worsen.

• Grapefruit juice
• Certain antibiotics and antifungals such as clarithromycin or itraconazole
• HIV or hepatitis C medicines that affect CYP3A4 metabolism
• Cyclosporine
• Other cholesterol medicines that can increase muscle side effects, such as gemfibrozil

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