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Britorva 40mg Tablet

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS
Last updated on 02 Apr 2026 | 03:40 PM (IST)
Britorva 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

Elbrit Life Sciences

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Britorva 40mg Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day, but try to take it at about the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping the medicine may increase cholesterol levels, thereby increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.


It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the 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 nausea, diarrhea, indigestion, muscle pain (on long-term use), and joint 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 increase their blood sugar levels. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and monitor it regularly thereafter.

Uses of Britorva Tablet

Benefits of Britorva 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
Britorva 40mg Tablet lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases good cholesterol (HDL), preventing fatty deposits from building up in the arteries. This helps maintain healthy blood circulation.
High triglycerides
Britorva 40mg Tablet helps lower triglyceride levels, a type of fat in the blood that can increase the risk of heart disease if too high. This supports overall heart health.

Side effects of Britorva 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 Britorva
  • Nausea
  • Pain in extremities
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Abnormal liver function tests
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Joint pain

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

How Britorva Tablet works

Britorva 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

  • Britorva 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 Britorva 40mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
  • Do not take Britorva 40mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
  • Britorva 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

Alcohol

CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Britorva 40mg Tablet.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

UNSAFE
Britorva 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

Breast feeding

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

Driving

UNSAFE
Britorva 40mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Britorva 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

Liver

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

Interaction with drugs

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

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

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)

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.

Frequently asked questions

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.
Yes, taking Britorva 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.
Britorva 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lowers the level of lipids or fats. Britorva 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, Britorva 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.
Britorva 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.
No, Britorva 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.
If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Britorva 40mg Tablet may increase this risk slightly. This is because Britorva 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.
You may need to take Britorva 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 Britorva 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.
No, Britorva 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 Britorva 40mg Tablet.
No, you should not stop taking Britorva 40mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you think that Britorva 40mg Tablet is causing side effects, you should consult your doctor who may accordingly lower your dose or change your medicine.
No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Britorva 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 Britorva 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 Britorva 40mg Tablet without consulting the doctor. They should also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.
Memory loss may occur with Britorva 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 Britorva 40mg Tablet. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.
Britorva 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.
Yes, Britorva 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. Britorva 40mg Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Britorva 40mg Tablet.
The common side effects of Britorva 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

No

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)

Related lab tests

Cholesterol - HDL

Cholesterol - LDL

Cholesterol - Total

Triglycerides

References

  1. Bersot TP. Drug Therapy for Hypercholesterolemia and Dyslipidemia. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 893-98.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 104-105.
  3. Gotto AM Jr, Opie LH. Lipid-Modifying and Antiatherosclerotic Drugs. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 819-20.
  4. Atorvastatin calcium [Prescribing Information]. Dublin, Ireland: Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals; 2009. [Accessed 14 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Atorvastatin [Prescribing Information]. Mumbai, India: Blue Cross Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.; 2021. [Accessed 24 Mar. 2025] (online) Available from:
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Address: Elbrit Life Sciences Private Limited, Level 4, A Wing, Dynasty Business Park, Andheri Kurla Road, Andheri ( E ), Mumbai 400059.

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