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Atchol 20mg tab

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
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Product Overview

Composition: Atorvastatin (20mg)

Atchol 20 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart diseases. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke. Atchol 20 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at about the same time each day.

This medicine should not be used in some conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and monitor it regularly thereafter.

 

Uses

  • High cholesterol
  • Prevention of Heart attack

Side Effect

Common side effects:

  • Dyspepsia
  • Abdominal pain
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Joint pain
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
  • Nausea
  • Pain in extremities
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Abnormal liver function tests

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atchol 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How It works

Atchol 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).

What if you forget to take?

If you miss a dose of Atchol 20 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses within 12 hours.

Safety Advice for Atchol 20mg tab

Alcohol

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Atchol 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Atchol 20 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breastfeeding

Atchol 20 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Frequently Asked Questions

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