ATOCOR-10MG TABS

Description

Atocor 10 mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin 10 mg, a member of the statin class of drugs, commonly prescribed for lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (also known as “bad cholesterol”) and triglycerides, while raising high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (the “good cholesterol”). Atorvastatin works by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme involved in the liver’s production of cholesterol.

This medication is typically prescribed for:

• Primary hypercholesterolemia (high LDL cholesterol)

• Mixed dyslipidemia (elevated LDL and triglycerides)

• Prevention of cardiovascular events (e.g., heart attacks, strokes) in patients at high risk, including those with diabetes, hypertension, or existing heart disease

Atocor 10 mg is generally taken once daily, with or without food. It is essential to accompany the medication with lifestyle modifications, including a healthy diet, exercise, and weight management.

Patients using statins like Atorvastatin should undergo regular monitoring of lipid levels, liver enzymes, and muscle function to check for potential side effects such as muscle pain or liver issues.