Atorlip 10 Tablet is an atorvastatin-containing medication. High triglyceride and cholesterol levels in the blood are treated with it. This drug lowers the risk of heart disease and stroke by preventing the body’s synthesis of harmful fats (a condition that causes reduced oxygen supply to the brain).

The effect of this medication is noticed in about one to two hours of intake.

WAY OF ADMINISTRATION:

Administer Atorlip 10 Tablet by mouth with food. It is taken before a meal as well. The dosing instructions are explained to the patient. It is in addition to the side effects of the drug. It is taken for anytime between eight to thirty days. One should take this medication until the doctor sees fit. The doctor is in charge of the prescription.

SIDE EFFECTS:

The side effects of Atorlip 10 Tablet appear differently in different people. A higher dose of the medication could result in adverse side effects- the effects mentioned below.

Joint pain
Constipation
Flatulence
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Nausea

The physician knows how to manage the side effects. The medicine is taken duly to prevent further occurrence of side effects. Rare side effects may occur in some patients. It is tough to judge the side effects that may arise.

DOSAGE:

The dosage depends on severity and patients response.

For Adolescents:

The single maximum dose is 10mg. One tablet is taken for high cholesterol and administered after a meal daily.

For Adults:

The single maximum dose is 20mg. One tablet is taken for high cholesterol and administered after a meal daily.

For Geriatric patients:

The single maximum dose is 20mg. One tablet is taken for high cholesterol and administered after a meal daily.

WARNINGS/PRECAUTIONS:

The doctor is aware of all the patients medical problems like kidney and liver problems.
Adverse side effects of combining Atorlip 10 Tablet with other medicines exist. Book an appointment with the doctor if these side effects occur.
When using atorvastatin, the risk for myopathy (muscle soreness, tenderness, or weakness) and rhabdomyolysis (muscle breakdown) increases. Senior citizens, people with thyroid issues, and people who have kidney disease are at higher risk. If you begin to have sudden, unexplained muscle pain, weakness or discomfort, call your doctor immediately.
While taking atorvastatin, your liver test results may be excessively high, and you could have liver issues. While you’re taking this medication, your doctor will keep an eye on this.
When taking atorvastatin, stay away from consuming a lot of grapefruit juice. An accumulation of atorvastatin in the blood brought on by consuming grapefruit juice increases the risk of muscular deterioration. Consult your doctor about the recommended daily intake of grapefruit juice.

The doctor is the authority on what to avoid when taking this medication. Some precautions heeded are for a better outcome.

INTERACTIONS:

Atorlip 10 Tablet interacts with other medicines and can reduce the effectiveness of the medication taken. The doctor informs the patient about the drugs that should not be mixed. The other drugs it interacts with stated below:

Clarithromycin
Ketoconazole
Niacin
Rifampin
Ritonavir
Tipranavir
Digoxin
Colchicine
Cyclosporine

Being mindful of the drugs and their uses is essential. The diseases that interact with this medicine are Diabetes, Renal disease, and Cognitive impairment.