Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs)TabletUltra Drugs Pvt. Ltd. Generic : Atorvastatin | ![]() |
Atorvastatin(Lipitor) generic Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs) is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as "statin”, prescribed for hyperlipidemia.
More Info about Atorvastatin
• Most Common :
Nose inflammation, joint pain, diarrhea, pain in extremity, urinary tract infection, indigestion, nausea, muscle and bone pain, muscle spasms, sleeplessness and throat pain.
• Body as a whole :
Uneasiness and fever.
• Gastrointestinal :
Abdominal discomfort, eructation, flatulence, liver inflammation and bile obstruction.
• Musculoskeletal :
Muscle fatigue, neck pain and joint swelling.
• Metabolic :
Increase in liver enzymes level, abnormal liver function tests and increased sugar level.
• Central Nervous system :
Dizziness, depression, fatigue, peripheral neuropathy and abnormal dreams.
• Respiratory :
Nose bleed.
• Skin :
Hives.
• Eye and ENT :
Blurred vision and ringing in the ear.
• Genitourinary :
Urinary tract infection.
• Musculoskeletal:
Immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy (IMNM).
Adult PO- Initial- The recommended dose is 10 mg daily. Maximum: 80 mg/day.
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
Contraindicated in patients with severe liver problems, who are taking HIV protease inhibitors, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and hypersensitivity.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of low blood pressure, serious infection, seizures, electrolyte problems, liver problems, alcohol abuse, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
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Avoid alcohol consumption.
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Follow the diet and exercise program as directed by your physician.
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Monitor blood cholesterol level and liver functions regularly while taking this medication.
Avoid excess dosage.
Store it at room temperature (25°C).
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