Alten C 10 Capsule - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alten c 10 capsule used for?
Alten C 10 Capsule is a combination of Atorvastatin (10mg) and Clopidogrel (75mg) used to reduce cholesterol and prevent blood clots in patients with heart disease or stroke risk. Atorvastatin lowers bad cholesterol, while Clopidogrel prevents platelets from sticking together, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Generic Name: Atorvastatin + Clopidogrel
- Manufacturer: Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alten c 10 capsule Uses & Benefits
Prevention of cardiovascular events in patients with atherosclerosis, acute coronary syndrome, hyperlipidemia
Off-label uses: Stroke prevention in certain high-risk patients
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Atorvastatin + Clopidogrel |
| Brand Name | Aztolet 10 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor + Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF), protect from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Atorvastatin inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, reducing cholesterol synthesis; Clopidogrel irreversibly inhibits P2Y12 receptor on platelets, preventing aggregation
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alten c 10 capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alten c 10 capsule
โ Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Myalgia
- Nasopharyngitis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Hepatotoxicity
- Severe bleeding
- Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Interstitial lung disease
- Pancreatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Grapefruit juice | Moderate | Increased atorvastatin levels |
| Antacids | Minor | Reduced clopidogrel absorption |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
- CYP2C19 inhibitors (e.g., omeprazole)
- Anticoagulants (e.g., rivaroxaban)
- NSAIDs
โก Moderate Interactions
- Digoxin
- Oral contraceptives
- Colchicine
- Fibrates
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Vitamin K antagonists (low dose)
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice increases atorvastatin levels; avoid high-fat meals with clopidogrel
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase liver enzyme levels; moderate consumption advised
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Active liver disease, pregnancy, breastfeeding, hypersensitivity, active bleeding (for clopidogrel)
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests, lipid profile, bleeding time, renal function
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; may pass into breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; no specific antidote
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose; do not double