Atorastin 20mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
⚠️ Hepatotoxicity Risk
📋 Prescription Required
💊 Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Sep 20, 2026
What is atorastin 20mg tablet used for?
Atorastin 20mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin, a statin medication used to lower high cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It works by blocking an enzyme in the liver that produces cholesterol, thereby reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events. It is typically taken once daily, with or without food, as directed by a doctor.
- Generic Name: Atorvastatin (20mg)
- Manufacturer: Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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💊 atorastin 20mg tablet Uses & Benefits
- Detailed medical information for atorastin 20mg tablet is being prepared by our medical team.
- Please consult your doctor for complete information.
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Atorvastatin (20mg) |
| Brand Name | atorastin 20mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | HMG CoA inhibitors (statins) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
💡 How to Take atorastin 20mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
🌅 Morning ✅
☀️ Afternoon ❌
🌆 Evening ✅
🌙 Night ❌
⚠️ Side Effects of atorastin 20mg tablet
- Dyspepsia
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Joint pain
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Nausea
- Pain in extremities
- Urinary tract infection
- Abnormal liver function tests
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Cyclosporine | Major | Increased risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis |
| Gemfibrozil | Moderate | Increased risk of myopathy |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Increased digoxin levels |
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🔄 Substitutes for atorastin 20mg tablet
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient:
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drlipid 20mg tabletDR Best pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ₹15.00 45.5% COSTLIER
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atomac 20mg tabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd ₹16.73 62.3% COSTLIER
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danavish atorvastatin 20mg tabletDanavish Healthcare ₹18.28 77.3% COSTLIER
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atorivas 20mg tabletShreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd ₹21.25 106.1% COSTLIER
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davaindia atorvastatin 20mg tabletDavaindia Generic Pharmacy ₹22.00 113.4% COSTLIER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.