What Use Of Atorva Tablet

to reduce cholesterol level which are the best medicin with less side effect instead of above tablet 5 mg ## There is really no way to say which one would be better for any single person, because everyone can react to a medication differently. The Statin drug class all carry the risks of the same side effects and the only thing you can really do is try them and see how they affect you. Have you discussed this with your doctor? ## i need to redoce triglyciride without medication. im 40 and my TG is 250mg/dl.

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My blood cholestrol is 250, so is it apprpriate to take atorvastatin IP 10 mg.what are its side effects? My age is 40 yr. ## Hello, Mukund! How are you? Which cholesterol level is 250? There are usually several that are tested, such as LDL and HDL. Has your doctor advised you take this medication? Atorvastatin is used to help lower cholesterol, but it can cause some side effects, such as nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Atorvastatin details here.

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I have taking this medicene on doctor's advice since last two years.But recently it was revealed that i have stones in my Gall bladder and Kidneys.Can Atorva is the cause. K.Varghese ## yes i too consume the same drug foe past three years i too was diagonized with small stones in my gallbladder plz post ur comments

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I am 41 years old. My triglycerides 225 (188), Cholestrol174 (159) LDL-114(110) and HDL-20(20R). Note with in the brackets are test dated 10-08-2010. My doctor advised me to take Fibator tablet containing atorvastatin 10 mg and fenofibrate IP 145 mg. as regular course. Kindly advise whether these tables are right advice also sugest me any side effects on that and how log can take this.. ## Atorvastatin and Fenofibrate are commonly used to help lower elevated cholesterol levels. The side effects they may cause can include: nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. As to how long you have to take them, you should talk to your doctor about that. They should check your levels on a regular basis, to see how well you are responding to the medications and the decision should be based...

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what are the side effects of taking astorvastatin 10 mg? i am also taking ursodoil 300mg tablets ## Atorvastatin is used to help lower cholesterol. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Read more: Ursodiol is a bile acid that is used to help dissolve gall stones. Common side effects may include: nausea, diarrhea, sore throat and hair loss. Read more: Are there any comments or questions? ## I USED TO TAKE ATORVA FOR 3YEARS AFTER MY BYEPASS.I EXPERIANCED WEEKNESS,DROWSINESS AND LOSS OF MY MEMORY.I AM 74.after stopping atorva I am feeling much better.My mental faculty is improving. Do I need a replacement for atorrva?

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I take lipitor at night after I eat. Is this ok or should I take it with my meal. because I also take amlopodine at that time. ## If that's what works for you, then there is really no reason to change it. This medication can actually cause some problematic side effects in some people and taking it after eating helps to minimize the risk of them occurring. Learn more Lipitor details here. Did your doctor suggest you do it differently?

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I am taking half tablets of Atorvastatin. Is it harmful? What are the side effects? ## Atorvastatin is used for lowering blood cholesterol. Common side effects may include: Gas, constipation, stomach ache, and feeling weak. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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Sir,On 12 Aug 2014,I suffered from ischemic heart disease with diastolic dysfunction and mild LVH. LVEF was 35%approx. I underwent PTCA to LAD,one blockage90%, on 16 Aug 2014. All other parameters were in normal limits such as HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, VLDL Blood sugar, Creatine etc. I am not diabetic. Treatment advised on discharge: 1) Clopitab 75 mg 1----0----1 2) Met XL 25 mg 1----0----1 3) Cardace 1.25 mg 1----0----1 4) Flavedon MR 35 mg 1----0----1 5) ISMO 20 mg 1----0----0 6) Atorva 40 mg 0----0----1 7) Ecospirin 150 mg 0----1----0 How long do I have to take all these tablets? I know allopathic drugs often have side effects.And I wanted myself free from them as early as possible. Within two months I reduced my weight from 92 kg to 81 kg by diet control and brisk walk daily for 30 m...

Is Atorvastatin 20mg used to treat calcium as well as cholesterol levels? ## I'm a 43 year old man and boy i started to have all kinds of issues when i turned 40. I tell you it gets worse as the years go by. Can someone/anyone please help? There are days that i dont even want to get out bed, sometimes weeks. ## What problem are you having with calcium? Atorvastatin is used to help lower cholesterol. Learn more Lipitor details here. And I'll gladly help, if I can, but you need to be more specific. What types of problems are you having? ## My mom has been taking Atorvastatin, 40mg, and recently has become confused, forgetful, severe muscle aches/cramps, cannot walk well, numb and tingling in feet, depressed, etc. etc. We sent her to another doctor and he took her off of Atorvastat...

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I am 33 years of old, and have been taking Astin 10 mg tablets for the past 2 years for reducing my cholesterol level and it is very much effective also. I would like to know if there's any after effects of continuously using this medicine for longer periods of time? ## Astin contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, you're actually very fortunate that you've been able to take it for so long and not experience any major side effects from it. Learn more Astin details here. However, any side effects would have shown up by now, if you were going to experience them. How well has it worked for you?

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Atorvastatin Calcium

Atorvastatin, sold under the brand name Lipitor among others, is a statin medication used to prevent cardiovascular disease in those at high risk and to treat abnormal lipid levels.[2] For the prevention of cardiovascular disease, statins are a first-line treatment.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include joint pain, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, and muscle pains.[2] Serious side effects may include rhabdomyolysis,...

Is Lipitol a statin? What is the main ingredient? ## Yes, it is a statin that contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. Has your doctor told you to take it? It has recently been found in studies that high cholesterol does not cause heart disease and strokes, as first thought, though more studied do need to be done to confirm these findings.

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I am 38 years old. My triglycerides 664, HDL-29 and LDL-133. My doctor advised me to take Fibator tablet containing atorvastatin 10 mg and fenofibrate BP 145 mg. for 3 months course. Four months back my triglycerides was 321, HDL-31 and LDL-133 then my doctor I had used these tablets for 3 months as per the advise of same doctor but the triglecerides levels are increased from 321 to 664. Again he advised to use these tablets for 3 more months. Kindly advise whether these tables to be used continuously to decrese triglycerides and increase HDL and also advise me whether the regular medication may cause any side effects. ThankQ ## All medications carry the risk of side effects, even over the counter products. For this medication, they may include nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/musc...

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Sir, i am using the atorva20 m past from 6 months, the price is very high, then i have gone for zivast20 price is low but i am getting the boby pains, head ach. why and can i continue the zivast20 or please precribe the medicine. pls help in this matter and mail me to my mail id ## Zivast contains the same active ingredient as what was in the Atorva, which is Atorvastatin, it is used to help lower cholesterol. As to the problems you are experiencing, those are normal side effects associated with this medication, you may also start to experience some joint pain. Have you discussed these problems with your doctor? Normally side effects should peak out and then start to taper off in severity, however, if they don't or get more problematic, you may need to change to a different medicati...

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My doctor prescribed Atorva 40 mg tablets first for 1 month when my cholesterol was 388 MG/DL. When cholestorol, hdl & ldl levels became normal, he prescribed for 3 moths; again now after lipid test which is normal he has prescribed the same dose for 3 more months. Is it needed? Why not 20 mg or 10 mg when lipid is normal? ## My doctor prescribed Atorva 40 mg tablets first for 1 month when my cholesterol was 388 MG/DL. When cholestorol, hdl & ldl levels became normal, he prescribed for 3 moths; again now after lipid test which is normal he has prescribed the same dose for 3 more months. Is it needed? Why not 20 mg or 10 mg when lipid is normal? ## While your levels may be normal, now, your doctor does want to prevent them from getting high, again. In addition, the lower they are...

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i want know about the telmisartan and atorvastatin tablet side effect ## Atorvastatin is most commonly used to help lower cholesterol and its side effects may include nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. Learn more Atorvastatin details here. Telmisartan is an ARB that's commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Learn more Telmisartan details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been prescribed Glycomet GP 2 forte(morning and evening) vobose 0.3(before food in morning) path 15(night) and atrova asp 75 (night). Is there are any side effects of using the medicines. I have also been prescribed penegra. Can this combination of medicine is okay, I am a diabetic for the last 7 years.

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Atorvastatin, sold under the brand name Lipitor among others, is a statin medication used to prevent cardiovascular disease in those at high risk and to treat abnormal lipid levels.[2] For the prevention of cardiovascular disease, statins are a first-line treatment.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects include joint pain, diarrhea, heartburn, nausea, and muscle pains.[2] Serious side effects may include rhabdomyolysis,...

what is the generic tablet for Aspavor 40mg I was put on this tablet due to the condition of my arteries by my Heart specialist but it is costly. ## Hello, Gary! How are you? Aspavor is listed as containing the active ingredient Atorvastatin, it is used to help lower cholesterol. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have taken tonact10 almost a year after dinner . Now my doctor prescribed me TVS 10 atorvastatin tablets and asked not to take Tonact 10 anymore. I would like to know is TVS 10 substituted of Tonact 10.Please help ## I am 30, mother of 7 yrs baby. taking sazo, wysolone more then 2 yrs. May I continue during pregnancy ? if discontinued attack by pain. I am patient of HLA B 52 .What is the side effect if continued more then 2 yrs ? pl. convey. Thanks!

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