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How to Take Atorvastatin and it's Dose


It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult PO- Initial- The recommended dose is 10 mg daily. Maximum: 80 mg/day.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe liver problems, who are taking HIV protease inhibitors, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Atorvastatin

This medication is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as "statin”, prescribed for hyperlipidemia.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Atorvastatin

India :


International :


Lipitor
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