Aztan 10mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is aztan 10mg tablet used for?
Aztan 10mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin 10mg, a statin medication used to lower high cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) that produces cholesterol in the liver, thereby reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events. It is typically taken once daily, with or without food, preferably in the evening.
- Generic Name: Atorvastatin (10mg)
- Manufacturer: Tan Therapeuticss
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aztan 10mg tablet Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Atorvastatin (10mg) |
| Brand Name | aztan 10mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | Tan Therapeuticss |
| 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 aztan 10mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aztan 10mg 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 |
| Gemfibrozil | Major | Increased risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis |
| Erythromycin | Moderate | Increased atorvastatin levels |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Increased digoxin levels |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for aztan 10mg tablet
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atorastin 10mg tabletZeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd โน5.63 92.5% CHEAPER
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danavish atorvastatin 10mg tabletDanavish Healthcare โน14.06 81.3% CHEAPER
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carato 10mg tabletSaga Laboratories โน15.00 80% CHEAPER
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effitor 10mg tabletServe Pharmaceuticals โน15.00 80% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.