Atorbig 40mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is atorbig 40mg tablet used for?
Atorbig 40mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin (40mg), a statin used to lower high cholesterol and triglycerides, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. It works by blocking an enzyme that produces cholesterol in the liver, thereby decreasing LDL (bad) cholesterol and increasing HDL (good) cholesterol. It is typically taken once daily, with or without food, and should be used alongside a healthy diet and exercise.
- Generic Name: Atorvastatin (40mg)
- Manufacturer: Unichem Laboratories Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ atorbig 40mg tablet Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Atorvastatin (40mg) |
| Brand Name | atorbig 40mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Unichem Laboratories Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | HMG CoA inhibitors (statins) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take atorbig 40mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of atorbig 40mg 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.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Cyclosporine | Major | Increased risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis |
| Grapefruit juice | Moderate | Increased atorvastatin plasma concentration |
| Erythromycin | Moderate | Increased risk of myopathy |
| Digoxin | Minor | Slight increase in digoxin levels |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.