Lipitor 20 mg 28 tablets
Viatris
Viatris
Composition
Each film-coated tablet contains
Atorvastatin (as atorvastatin calcium) 20 mg.
Contains lactose and standard excipients.
Description
Lipitor is a lipid-lowering medicine belonging to the statin class (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor).
It reduces total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, triglycerides, and increases HDL-cholesterol.
Used as an adjunct to diet.
Indications for Use
Indicated
To reduce risk of
Myocardial infarction.
Stroke.
Angina.
Revascularization procedures.
In adults with
Multiple cardiovascular risk factors.
Type 2 diabetes.
As adjunct to diet
Primary hyperlipidemia.
Familial hypercholesterolemia.
Hypertriglyceridemia.
Dysbetalipoproteinemia.
Dosage and Method of Administration
Taken orally once daily.
With or without food.
Adults
Starting dose: 10-20 mg daily.
Dose range: 10-80 mg daily.
LDL-C should be assessed after about 4 weeks.
Contraindications
Acute liver failure.
Decompensated cirrhosis.
Hypersensitivity to components.
Precautions
Use with caution in
Elderly patients.
Hypothyroidism.
Renal impairment.
Patients on interacting drugs.
Risks include
Myopathy and rhabdomyolysis.
Liver enzyme elevation.
Increased blood glucose.
Avoid excessive grapefruit juice.
Side Effects
Common
Nasopharyngitis.
Joint pain.
Diarrhea.
Limb pain.
Urinary infection.
Possible
Myalgia.
Nausea.
Insomnia.
Elevated liver enzymes.
Rare
Rhabdomyolysis.
Necrotizing myopathy.
Liver failure.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Contraindicated during pregnancy.
Not recommended during breastfeeding.
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C in a dry place.
Keep out of reach of children.
Packaging
Carton box containing 4 blister packs of 7 tablets (total 28 tablets) with leaflet.