Zivast 10 Tablet

Zivast 10 Tablet is an atorvastatin tablet, with 10 mg of atorvastatin in each tablet. Atorvastatin belongs to the statin class of medicines and is used to help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, triglycerides, and overall cardiovascular risk. Zivast 10 Tablet is commonly prescribed along with diet and lifestyle changes to help reduce the chance of heart attack and stroke in people at risk.

How it works: Atorvastatin in Zivast 10 Tablet blocks an enzyme in the liver that the body uses to make cholesterol. This lowers LDL cholesterol and can help the body remove more cholesterol from the blood over time.

Zivast 10 Tablet is the 10 mg tablet strength, which is a standard lower starting strength for many adults and may be used when a doctor wants a moderate cholesterol-lowering effect. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand here, this tablet is meant to fit typical atorvastatin dosing patterns rather than serve as a special-release or higher-dose product. A doctor may choose Zivast 10 Tablet when a smaller, carefully monitored dose is appropriate at the start of treatment.

• Lower high LDL cholesterol
• Lower triglycerides
• Raise HDL cholesterol slightly
• Reduce risk of heart attack
• Reduce risk of stroke
• Support treatment for mixed lipid disorders

• Swallow Zivast 10 Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it once daily exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• Try to take it at the same time each day for consistency.
• Do not crush, split, or chew unless your prescriber or pharmacist tells you it is okay.
• Keep following the cholesterol-lowering diet and exercise plan your clinician recommends.

Each Zivast 10 Tablet provides 10 mg of atorvastatin. It is often taken once daily, but the exact schedule and any dose changes are decided by the prescriber based on your cholesterol levels and risk factors. The maximum daily dose of atorvastatin is generally 80 mg per day, and this 10 mg tablet should not be assumed to be the right dose for everyone.

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
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Joint pain
• Headache
• Stuffy nose or throat irritation

• Zivast 10 Tablet may need extra caution in people with liver disease or a history of heavy alcohol use.
• Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also feel unwell or have fever.
• Do not use this medicine during pregnancy, and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
• Breastfeeding is generally not recommended while taking atorvastatin unless your doctor specifically advises otherwise.
• Tell your clinician about diabetes or prediabetes, because statins can slightly affect blood sugar in some people.
• Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice in large amounts unless your prescriber says it is acceptable.
• This medicine is for cholesterol control and heart risk reduction; it does not treat sudden chest pain.

• Grapefruit or grapefruit juice
• Cyclosporine
• Certain antibiotics or antifungals such as clarithromycin or itraconazole
• HIV or hepatitis C protease inhibitors
• Other medicines that can raise muscle-injury risk, including fibrates or high-dose niacin

Store Zivast 10 Tablet at room temperature in a dry place, away from excess heat, moisture, and light, and keep it in the original strip/box until use.