Uses of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Atorva 80mg Tablet MD is used along with a proper diet to reduce bad cholesterol levels. By lowering the bad cholesterol level it helps to increase the good cholesterol level which helps in reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke or other heart complications.

Side effects of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Precautions while taking Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Dosage of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Overdose of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Onset of Action of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Duration of Action of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Precautions & Warnings

Alcohol

Don't consume alcohol while taking this medicine; it may increase the risk of side effects.

Pregnancy

Not recommended for pregnant women. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breastfeeding

Not recommended for breastfeeding women. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Driving

This medicine usually causes no problems in your driving.

Kidney

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Liver

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Frequently asked questions on Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

Q.1) What is the use of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD?

Q.2) What is the side effects of Atorva 80mg Tablet MD?

Q.3) Is Atorva 80mg Tablet MD banned in India?

Q.4) How to use Atorva 80mg Tablet MD?

Q.5) Can Atorva 80mg Tablet MD be taken during pregnancy?

Q.6) Can Atorva 80mg Tablet MD be taken while breast-feeding?

All substitutes for Atorva 80mg Tablet MD

For information purpose only. Refer to a healthcare professionals before consuming any medicines and/or drugs.

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Storvas 80mg Tablet

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Aztor 80mg Tablet

Aztor 80mg Tablet

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Atorlip 80mg Tablet

Atorlip 80mg Tablet

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Tonact 80mg Tablet

Tonact 80mg Tablet

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Interactions

Drug :- amlodipine, cimetidine, clarithromycin, diltiazem, erythromycin, itraconazole, ritonavir with saquinavir: Increased atorvastatin level.

antacid, colestipol, efavirenz, rifampin: Possibly decreased blood atorvastatin level azole antifungals, clarithromycin, cyclosporine, erythromycin, fibric acid derivatives, lopinavir with ritonavir, niacin at dosage used for lipid modification, nicotinic acid, ritonavir with saquinavir: Increased risk of severe myopathy or rhabdomyolysis. cyclosporine: Increased atorvastatin bioavailability and risk of adverse reactions.

digoxin: Possibly increased blood digoxin level, causing toxicity.

oral contraceptives such as ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone: Increased hormone level.

Food :- grapefruit juice more than 1.2 L daily: Increased blood atorvastatin level.

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Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 4 years experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Health-Shoppe.com.