Atorec 10 Tablet: Summary

Drug Class: Statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor)
Active Ingredient: Atorvastatin (10 mg)

Uses:

• Lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides

• Raises good cholesterol (HDL)

• Prevents heart attack, stroke, and atherosclerosis (narrowing of blood vessels)

Key Benefits:

✔ Reduces risk of heart disease
✔ Helps maintain long-term cardiovascular health
✔ Effective in managing high cholesterol & triglycerides

Dosage & Administration:

• Take once daily, with or without food

• Swallow whole; do not chew/crush

• Best taken at the same time each day

Common Side Effects:

• Constipation, flatulence, indigestion

• Abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhea

• Muscle/joint pain, weakness

• Mild liver enzyme changes (monitoring needed)

Serious Side Effects (Seek Medical Help):

⚠ Unexplained muscle pain/tenderness (risk of rhabdomyolysis)
⚠ Yellowing of eyes/skin (sign of liver problems)
⚠ Severe fatigue, dark urine

Safety Warnings:

• Avoid in pregnancy & breastfeeding (harmful to baby)

• Liver disease patients: Use with caution; avoid in severe cases

• Kidney patients: Safe, but inform your doctor

• Alcohol: Limited intake advised

• Diabetes: May increase blood sugar (monitor regularly)

Lifestyle Tips:

• Follow a low-fat, heart-healthy diet

• Exercise regularly

• Avoid smoking & excessive alcohol

• Maintain a healthy weight

Missed Dose?

• Take as soon as remembered, but skip if close to next dose

• Never double dose

How It Works:

• Blocks HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme needed to produce cholesterol

• Lowers LDL & triglycerides, increases HDL

Note: Regular cholesterol & liver function tests are recommended. Always consult your doctor before stopping the medication.