Name: Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs)
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy

Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs) is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as "statin”, prescribed for hyperlipidemia.

Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs) Tablet Ultra Drugs Pvt. Ltd. Generic : Atorvastatin	₹ 65.00 10mg 10 Tablets

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Drug information on Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs) (Atorvastatin) from Ultra Drugs Pvt. Ltd.

Drug Name : Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin(Lipitor) generic Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs) is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as "statin”, prescribed for hyperlipidemia.
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Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs) may be prescribed

Diabetes and Hypertension

High Cholesterol

Non-Communicable Diseases

Obesity

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

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

Side effects of Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs)

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).

How to use Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs)?

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

When Should Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs) not be taken? (Contraindications)

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

Warnings and Precautions for Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs)

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.

It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Avoid alcohol consumption.

Follow the diet and exercise program as directed by your physician.

Monitor blood cholesterol level and liver functions regularly while taking this medication.

Other Precautions for Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs)

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Alvastatin (10mg) (Ultra Drugs)

Store it at room temperature (25°C).

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