Aturis 40mg Tablet

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Aturis 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and triglycerides, and to reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.

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General Information

Contains

Atorvastatin (40mg)

Marketer

Curis Lifecare

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Aturis 40mg Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of day but try to take it at the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your cholesterol levels creeping up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat. Common side effects of this medicine include muscle pain, weakness, nausea, headache, and stomach pain. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.

This medicine should not be used in some conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels.

Uses of Aturis Tablet

Prevention of Heart attack
High cholesterol : In patients with high cholesterol levels, this medicine helps lower LDL (bad cholesterol), total cholesterol, and improve overall lipid levels when used along with diet.
High triglycerides : In inherited conditions causing abnormal lipid levels, this medicine helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides regardless of which lipid is primarily elevated.
Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Benefits of Aturis Tablet

Prevention of Heart attack
High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis) and put you at risk of having a stroke or heart disease. Lowering the amount of this fat reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.

High cholesterol
High cholesterol is a condition in which excess cholesterol builds up in the blood vessels, increasing the risk of heart problems. Aturis 40mg Tablet helps lower bad cholesterol and improve good cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of blocked arteries and cardiovascular complications.

High triglycerides
High triglycerides occur when excess fats build up in the blood, increasing the risk of heart disease and pancreatitis. Aturis 40mg Tablet helps lower triglyceride levels and improves the balance of fats in the blood, supporting better heart health.

Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Heart attack and stroke can happen when fatty deposits block the blood vessels and reduce blood flow to the heart or brain. Aturis 40mg Tablet helps lower bad cholesterol and reduces the buildup of fatty deposits in the arteries. This helps improve blood flow and lowers the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other heart-related complications.

Side effects of Aturis 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 Aturis

Nausea
Pain in extremities
Urinary tract infection
Abnormal liver function tests
Diarrhea
Joint pain
Indigestion

How to use Aturis 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. Aturis 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Aturis Tablet works

Aturis 40mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).

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Quick tips

Aturis 40mg Tablet may cause diarrhea, gas, or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, please consult with your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle pain.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems, such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes.
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 Aturis 40mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
Do not take Aturis 40mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Aturis 40mg Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and a low-fat diet.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Aturis 40mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Aturis 40mg 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

Aturis 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Aturis 40mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Aturis 40mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

Aturis 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Use of Aturis 40mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Aturis with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Bezafibrate (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Atorvastatin accordingly.

Severe

Atazanavir (Oral Route)

Do not consume Atorvastatin with Atazanavir. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as tiredness, muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Atorvastatin accordingly. Atazanavir may raise blood levels of Atorvastatin.

Severe

Imatinib mesylate (Oral Route)

Do not consume Atorvastatin with Imatinib mesylate. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Atorvastatin accordingly. Imatinib mesylate may raise blood levels of Atorvastatin.

Severe

Posaconazole (Oral Route)

Do not consume Atorvastatin with Posaconazole. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as muscle pains or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.

Severe

Posaconazole (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

What should I know about high cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Bad cholesterol can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful to you.

Can Aturis 40mg Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?

Yes, taking Aturis 40mg Tablet can cause muscle problems or muscle injury. This is because of the reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells which leads to fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness, or muscle weakness. The soreness may be significant enough to interfere with your daily activities. Do not take it lightly and consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this and to avoid making it worse.

Is Aturis 40mg Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?

Aturis 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lowers the level of lipids or fats. Aturis 40mg Tablet is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes fail to lower the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Aturis 40mg Tablet 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.

Can Aturis 40mg Tablet be prescribed to children?

Aturis 40mg Tablet is for adults and children aged 10 years or more whose cholesterol levels do not come down enough with exercise and a low-fat diet. It is not approved for use in patients younger than 10 years old.

Is Aturis 40mg Tablet a blood thinner?

No, Aturis 40mg Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is a cholesterol-lowering medicine. It works by slowing down the production of cholesterol in the body. This further decreases the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the part of the body. By lowering the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides it prevents the chances of stroke and heart attack.

Will taking Aturis 40mg Tablet lead to an increase in my risk of diabetes?

If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Aturis 40mg Tablet may increase this risk slightly. This is because Aturis 40mg Tablet can raise your blood sugar a little. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise monitoring your blood sugar levels more closely for the first few months. Tell your doctor if you find it harder to control your blood sugar.

For how long do I need to take Aturis 40mg Tablet? Is it safe for long-term use?

You may need to take Aturis 40mg Tablet life long or for the duration prescribed by your doctor. The benefits will only continue for as long as you take it. If you stop taking Aturis 40mg Tablet without starting a different treatment, your cholesterol levels may rise again. It is considered to be safe and has few side effects if taken as directed by the doctor.

Does Aturis 40mg Tablet cause weight loss?

No, Aturis 40mg Tablet has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while taking Aturis 40mg Tablet.

Can I stop taking Aturis 40mg Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Aturis 40mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you think that Aturis 40mg Tablet is causing side effects, you should consult your doctor who may accordingly lower your dose or change your medicine.

Can I take alcohol with Aturis 40mg Tablet?

No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Aturis 40mg Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in the triglyceride levels if Aturis 40mg Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised, not to take Aturis 40mg Tablet without consulting the doctor. They should also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.

Does Aturis 40mg Tablet cause memory loss?

Memory loss may occur with Aturis 40mg Tablet in very rare cases. This is generally non-serious and may occur as early as 1 day or may take years to appear. These symptoms may disappear within about 3 weeks of discontinuing Aturis 40mg Tablet. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.

When should I take Aturis 40mg Tablet?

Aturis 40mg Tablet is generally taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or night or at any time of the day, with or without food. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.

Does Aturis 40mg Tablet make you tired?

Yes, Aturis 40mg Tablet can make you feel tired. This is because they reduce the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind the phenomenon is unknown and needs more research. Tiredness usually occurs after exertion. Generalized fatigue is more often seen in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Aturis 40mg Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Aturis 40mg Tablet.

What are the most common side effects of Aturis 40mg Tablet?

The common side effects of Aturis 40mg Tablet include nausea, indigestion, constipation, flatulence, diarrhea, headache, and aches and pains in your back and joints. It may also cause nosebleeds, sore throat, and cold-like symptoms, such as a runny nose, blocked nose, or sneezing.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Diphenylpyrroles

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)

Related lab tests

Cholesterol - HDL

Cholesterol - LDL

Cholesterol - Total

Triglycerides

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