Atornip 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 atornip 20mg tablet used for?
Atornip 20mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin, a statin medication used to lower high cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It works by blocking an enzyme that produces cholesterol in the liver, reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications. It is typically taken once daily, with or without food, as directed by a doctor.
- Generic Name: Atorvastatin (20mg)
- Manufacturer: Curelife Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
💡 Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
💊 atornip 20mg tablet Uses & Benefits
- Detailed medical information for atornip 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 | atornip 20mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Curelife Pharmaceuticals |
| 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 atornip 20mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
🌅 Morning ✅
☀️ Afternoon ❌
🌆 Evening ✅
🌙 Night ❌
⚠️ Side Effects of atornip 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 | Major | Increased risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Increased digoxin levels |
| Oral Contraceptives | Moderate | Increased hormone levels |
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🔄 Substitutes for atornip 20mg tablet
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atorastin 20mg tabletZeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd ₹10.31 90% CHEAPER
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atomac 20mg tabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd ₹16.73 83.7% CHEAPER
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danavish atorvastatin 20mg tabletDanavish Healthcare ₹18.28 82.2% CHEAPER
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atorivas 20mg tabletShreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd ₹21.25 79.3% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.