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Chemical Name: Atorvastatin
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Atorvastatin
Information
Atorvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (also known as a "statin") used to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in your blood. ATORVASTATIN may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. ATORVASTATIN may be taken with or without food, preferably in the evening. Atorvastatin should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a dry place away from heat and direct light.
Atorvastatin
Directions
Atorvastatin may be taken with or without food, preferably in the evening. Atorvastatin should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a dry place away from heat and direct light.
Atorvastatin
Side Effects
Atorvastatin side effects may INFREQUENTLY cause muscle damage (which can rarely lead to a very serious condition called rhabdomyolysis). Stop taking this drug and tell your doctor immediately if you develop Atorvastatin side effects like muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (especially with fever or unusual tiredness). Consult your doctor if you are taking cyclosporine, gemfibrozil, niacin, antibiotics, especially erythromycin, or medications for fungal infections because in combination they can lead to Atorvastatin side effects. All of these drugs may increase the risk of myositis (muscle inflammation) when taken with atorvastatin and may lead to Atorvastatin side effects like kidney failure.
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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