Generic name: Atorvastatin (oral) [a-TOR-va-stat-in]
Brand names: ATOREM 10
Dosage form: oral tablet (10 mg)
Drug class: HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins)
What is Atorvastatin?
Atorvastatin is a medication used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. It belongs to a class of drugs called statins and works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that produces cholesterol. Atorvastatin is available under the brand name ATOREM 10 in a 10 mg tablet form. It should be taken as directed by a healthcare professional and is typically prescribed along with a healthy diet and exercise regimen.
Uses
Atorvastatin is used to treat high levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, which can help prevent heart disease, angina, stroke, and heart attacks.
Common atorvastatin side effects
- headache
- muscle pain or weakness
- stomach pain
- constipation
- nausea
- diarrhea
You should not use atorvastatin if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have liver disease, or are allergic to atorvastatin. Tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions or take any other medications.
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