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Atorsave D 40 Tablet

Manufactured byERIS LIFESCIENCES PVT LTD
ContainsAtorvastatin (40 mg) + Vitamin D3 (1000 International units )
Description
Atorsave D 40 Tablet is a combination medicine used to reduces the levels of bad cholesterol in the body. It is also used for prevention of cardiovascular diseases who are at an increased risk of complications such as a stroke, heart attack, peripheral vascular disease, etc. Patients are advised to maintain an appropriate exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Atorsave D 40 Tablet

  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Joint pain
  • Runny Nose
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Sleeplessness
  • Hypercalciuria (excess calcium in the urine)
  • Mental Confusion
  • Constipation

Uses of Atorsave D 40 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Primary Hypercholesterolemia (high levels of cholesterol in the blood)
  • Mixed Dyslipidemia
  • Hypertriglyceridemia
  • Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  • Prevention of cardiovascular diseases
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of this medicine is cumulative and it may take up to 3 to 5 days to observe its effects.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to atorvastatin, cholecalciferol (vitamin-D3) or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Liver disease

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of active liver diseases or any abnormalities of liver function tests since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Hypercalcemia (high amount of calcium in the blood)

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with above normal calcium levels in the body due to conditions like Hyperparathyroidism, Williams Syndrome, etc.

Hypervitaminosis D

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with abnormally high levels of Vitamin D3 in the body due to the increased risk of adverse effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the drug based on your clinical condition.
General warnings

Cognitive impairment

Use of this medicine may cause forgetfulness, memory loss, and confusion in some patients. These symptoms usually disappear gradually once the use of the medicine is discontinued.

Increase in blood sugar levels

Use of this medicine may cause an increase in the blood glucose levels along with an increase in the Glycated Hemoglobin levels. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Muscle degradation in elderly

Use of this medicine may cause muscle breakdown along with symptoms such as severe tiredness and weakness, especially in elderly patients. Frequent clinical monitoring, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Heavy alcohol consumption

Use of this medicine may cause liver and kidney related problems if you consume alcohol very frequently in large quantities while on treatment with this medicine.

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of the liver function is necessary while using this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

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Disease interactions

Liver Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Rhabdomyolysis

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with rhabdomyolysis since it may worsen the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.

Cognitive Impairment

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with cognitive impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the patient for any changes in mood or behavior is recommended. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Diabetes

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of altered blood sugar levels. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of adverse effects such as dizziness, muscle pain, fever and chills, headache, swelling of hands and feet, vomiting, skin rash, etc.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Atorvastatin acts on an enzyme responsible for the production of cholesterol in the blood. Thus, the level of cholesterol produced in the blood gets reduced over time. Cholecalciferol (vitamin-D3), acts by promoting the absorption of calcium, phosphates and Vitamin A from different organs and helps in maintaining overall health.
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Classification

Category

Statins, Vitamins

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 17 May 2019

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