ATOREC EZ 10 MG/10 MG TABLET
Rs.162.85for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for ATOREC EZ
alcohol interaction for ATOREC EZ
pregnancy interaction for ATOREC EZ
lactation interaction for ATOREC EZ
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Taking Atorvastatin with alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage.
UNSAFE
Atorec ez 10 mg/10 mg tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Atorec ez 10 mg/10 mg tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR ATOREC EZ
Atorvastatin(10mg)
Uses
Atorvastatin is used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels in blood, increased triglycerides levels in blood and increased ldl levels in blood.
How it works
Atorvastatin blocks an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. As a result, it lowers the level of cholesterol in the body.
Common side effects
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Allergic reaction, Headache, Nausea, Dyspepsia, Nasopharyngitis, Increased liver enzymes, Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood, Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Constipation, Joint swelling, Increased glucose level in blood.
Ezetimibe(10mg)
Uses
Ezetimibe is used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels in blood.
How it works
Ezetimibe reduces the cholesterol absorption from the intestine and lowers the levels of cholesterol in the body.
Common side effects
Joint pain, Sinus inflammation, Limb pain, Diarrhoea, Respiratory tract infection.
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Expert advice FOR ATOREC EZ
- Take Atorvastatin only as prescribed by your doctor.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Atorvastatin, it may worsen the adverse effects of this medicine on the liver.
- Notify your doctor if you experience unexplained muscle pain or weakness, which can lead to serious kidney problems.
- Do not take Niacin with Atorvastatin. Niacin may increase Atorvastatin's side effects on the muscles, which can lead to serious kidney problems.
- Notify the doctor that you are taking this medicine before undergoing any kind of surgery.
- Notify your doctor immediately if you are or are planning to become pregnant during the administration of this medicine.
Frequently asked questions FOR ATOREC EZ
Atorvastatin
Q. Is atorvastatin used for lowering cholesterol?
Atorvastatin belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, atorvastatin can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.
Q. Is atorvastatin diuretic?
Atorvastatin is not a diuretic. It is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.
Q. It atorvastatin gluten free?
Yes. It is gluten free. Please refer to the package insert of the prescribed brand before use for complete information on its contents.
Ezetimibe
Q. Is ezetimibe a bile acid sequestrent /statin?
Ezetimibe belongs to a class of medication called as cholesterol absorption inhibitors. It is not a bile acid sequestrent or statin
Q. Is ezetimibe a generic drug / same as Ezetrol/Zetia?
Yes, ezetimibe is a generic name and Ezetrol/Zetia is the brand name of ezetimibe
Q. Is ezetimibe safe?
Ezetimibe is safe, if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
