Name: Atorva 80 mg :Atorvastatin Side Effects, Best Price, Dosage
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Atorva 80 MG Tablet is a medicine consisting of Atorvastatin. It is used in the treatment of high blood cholesterol and triglycerides (fats) levels. This medicine works by blocking the production of unhealthy fats in your body and prevents the risk of heart problems and stroke (a condition that causes reduced oxygen supply to the brain).

Atorva 80 MG Tablet has some side effects like nausea, weakness, muscle pain, stomach pain, etc. These side effects are mild and may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if these side effects last for a long time or worsen.

Atorva 80 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take the dose as directed by your doctor. Take it regularly at the same time for the ease of remembering. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose. Your doctor may suggest tests to regularly monitor your lipid profiles (fat levels in the blood) to make sure the medicine is working properly.

Atorva 80 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Avoid taking this medicine if you have liver problems. Use this medicine with caution if you have diabetes, hypothyroidism (low levels of thyroid hormone in the body), or kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine as they may interact with this medicine and cause undesired effects.

Atorva 80 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 10 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

How Atorva 80 Mg (Atorvastatin) Works?

Atorva 80 Mg is a cholesterol-lowering medicine which has Atorvastatin, as an active ingredient. It basically works by blocking the enzyme (HMG-CoA Reductase) which is required in the body to make cholesterol. Atorvastatin reduces the bad cholesterol (LDL, Triglyceride) and increases Good Cholesterol (HDL); hence reducing long-term cardiovascular risks such as Stroke, Heart Attack, and Chest Pain.

How To Use Atorva 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. Atorva 80 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How To Take The Atorva 80 Mg (Atorvastatin)?

Atorva 80 Mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You should swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not try to chew and crush it. It is always better to take it with or without food.

Benefits Of Atorva Tablet

In High cholesterol

Atorva 80 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It works by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer.
Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

In 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.

Side Effects

Musculoskeletal Pain
Allergic Reaction
Headache
Nausea
Dyspepsia
Increased Liver Enzymes
Increased Creatin Phosphokinase Level in blood
Diarrhea/Constipation
Increased Glucose Level
Flatulence
Joint Swelling
Nasopharyngitis

Dosage

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Atorva 80 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Atorva 80 mg Tablet, seek emergency medical treatment.

Warning

Alcohol

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Atorva 80 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Atorva 80 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor’s advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

Atorva 80 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

Atorva 80 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Atorva 80 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Atorva 80 Tablet is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

Atorva 80 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Atorva 80 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Atorva 80 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Atorva 80 Mg (Atorvastatin)?

You are always advised to take Atorva 80 Mg as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take it in smaller or larger amount or for longer than recommended.

Indications

Atorva 80 Mg should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this tablet before completion of the course.

Storage

Store the Atorva 80 Mg at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and tablets are not damaged.

FAQs

1. When should I take Atorva 80 Tablet?

Atorva 80 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.

2. Does Atorva 80 Tablet make you tired?

Yes, Atorva 80 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. Atorva 80 Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Atorva 80 Tablet.

3. What are the most common side effects of Atorva 80 Tablet?

The common side effects of Atorva 80 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.

4. Does Atorva 80 Tablet cause weight loss?

No, Atorva 80 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 Atorva 80 Tablet.

5. Can I stop taking Atorva 80 Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Atorva 80 Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you think that Atorva 80 Tablet is causing side effects, you should consult your doctor who may accordingly lower your dose or change your medicine.

6. Can Atorva 80 Tablet be prescribed to children?

Atorva 80 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.

Atorva 80 mg (Atorvastatin)
Pack Size	Price:	Price/unit	Quantity	Add To Cart
100 Tablet	$90.00	$0.90 /Piece
200 Tablet	$164.00	$0.82 /Piece
300 Tablet	$230.00	$0.77 /Piece
400 Tablet	$305.00	$0.76 /Piece
500 Tablet	$370.00	$0.74 /Piece

Equivalent Brand	Lipitor
Generic Name	Atorvastatin
Indication	High cholesterol
Strength	Atorvastatin (80mg)
Manufacturer	Zydus Cadila Pharma
Packaging	10 tablets in 1 strip
Pharmaceutical Form	Tablet
Pack Size	100 Tablet, 200 Tablet, 300 Tablet, 400 Tablet, 500 Tablet

Atorva 80 mg (Atorvastatin)