Atq Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. Atq Tablet is a combination medicine that reduces "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels. This medicine also helps to reduce risk of heart attack and stroke.

Atq Tablet can be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. You can help this medicine work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, eating a healthy low-fat diet and exercise regularly.

Nausea, stomach pain, constipation, and muscle pain are some common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin or eyes, unusually dark urine or dark stools as it might be symptoms of liver damage. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood sugar level, blood pressure, and liver function while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or high blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Atq Tablet

High cholesterol

Benefits of Atq Tablet

In High cholesterol

High cholesterol is a condition where excess fats build up in the blood vessels, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.Atq Tablet helps lower harmful cholesterol levels while supporting overall heart health. It reduces bad cholesterol and prevents plaque buildup in arteries and supports energy production in heart muscles, and may reduce muscle-related side effects. This medicine helps to manage cholesterol effectively and support cardiovascular well-being.

Side effects of Atq Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Atq

Nausea
Stomach pain
Constipation
Muscle pain
Headache
Weakness
Dizziness
Increased glucose level in blood

How to use Atq Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atq Tablet should be taken with or after food.

How Atq Tablet works

Atq Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin and Coenzyme Q10 which treat high cholesterol.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Atq Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Atq Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Atq Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Atq Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Atq Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Atq Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Use of Atq Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Atq Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Atq Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Atq Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Atorvastatin may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
Do not take Atq Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
Atq Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Atorvastatin may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
Do not take Atq Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.

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