Lowers high cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke
Inhibits an enzyme in the liver responsible for cholesterol production
Prevents cardiovascular events and manages cholesterol levels
Benefits
Helps reduce LDL (bad cholesterol) and total cholesterol levels in the blood.
Lowers the chances of heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related conditions.
Helps prevent plaque buildup in arteries, which can reduce the risk of atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries).
Reduces the risk of stroke in people with high cholesterol or other cardiovascular conditions.
May lower the risk of heart disease in individuals with diabetes
Reduces the risk of future cardiovascular problems in individuals with a history of heart disease or high cholesterol.
How to Use
Follow doctor's instructions: Take the medication exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. It can be taken at any time of day, with or without food
Take the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
The typical starting dose is 10 mg, but the dose may be adjusted based on your cholesterol levels and response to the medication.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.
Description
Astatin 40mg (Atorvastatin) is a medication used to lower high cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. It belongs to a class of drugs called statins and works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that produces cholesterol.