Atorvastatin 20MG TABLET

Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet is an effective drug solution that belongs to a class of statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors). The medication is used to treat cardiovascular disease Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet is an effective drug solution that belongs to a class of statin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors). The medication is used to treat cardiovascular disease in those at high risk. Additionally, it treats abnormal lipid levels. Atorvastatin is the most commonly prescribed cholesterol-lowering drug. It is the first-line treatment for cardiovascular disease. Atorvastatin is always used with a proper diet to lower “bad” cholesterol and fats levels such as LDL, triglycerides, etc., and increase the “good” cholesterol levels (HDL) in the blood.

By enhancing good cholesterol levels, and decreasing the number of bad cholesterol levels in the blood released by the liver, the medicine decreases the risk of heart disease. Further, prevents strokes, and heart attacks. Apart from this, the patients who are taking Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet can change their lifestyle and eat a proper diet that contains low cholesterol and fat to help this medication work better. Moreover, exercising, stopping smoking can also increase the effectiveness of the Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet.

HOW TO USE ATORVASTATIN 20 MG TABLET

Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet should be taken with the mouth without crushing, or chewing. Alcohol beverages should be restricted, and daily use of alcohol while taking Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet can increase the risk of liver problems. Apart from this, the medication must not be used as it belongs to the “X”  pregnancy category that means the medicine may cause birth defects, so if you are expecting a baby or breastfeeding then avoid taking Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet. And in case you are planning to conceive pregnancy then discuss with your doctor or pharmacist regarding the usage of reliable birth control forms like condoms, rings, patches, shot, pills, etc. 

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS OF ATORVASTATIN 20 MG TABLET

Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet is an effective medication that offers some common side effects. The side effects offered by the drug are mild as well as temporary. And the medication is prescribed to a patient after judging that the benefits of the medicine are superior to the side effects. So the side effects that patient experience while taking Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet includes the following:

• Constipation,
• Headache,
• Indigestion,
• Muscle pain
• The increased glucose level in the blood, etc.

Therefore, these are the most common side effects of Atorvastatin 20MG Tablet. Rare cases of mild memory problems and confusion have been observed. The list doesn’t contain the all side effects. In case any bothering side effect is developed by the body then consultation with the doctor is required.