Atherochek 10 Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Indoco Remedies Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Atorvastatin (10mg) + Methylcobalamin (500mcg) + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) (10mg) + Folic Acid (5mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 650 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Atherochek Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Atherochek 10, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Atherochek 10 Tablet Reviews
Atherochek 10 is a combination medicine used in the treatment of high cholesterol. It prevents your body from making bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol. It also provides essential nutrients.
Atherochek 10 should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.
Joint pain, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, and muscle pain are some common side effects of this medicine. Inform your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness associated with fever. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin, muscle pain or dark urine. You may be asked regular monitoring of liver function and blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Atherochek 10 should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.
Joint pain, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, and muscle pain are some common side effects of this medicine. Inform your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness associated with fever. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin, muscle pain or dark urine. You may be asked regular monitoring of liver function and blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
How Atherochek 10 Tablet Works
Atherochek 10 is a combination of five medicines: Atorvastatin, Methylcobalamin, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Folic Acid. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medicine which works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL). Methylcobalamin, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Folic Acid provide essential nutrients.
How to Use Atherochek 10 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atherochek 10 is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Atherochek 10 Tablet
- In High cholesterol: Atherochek 10 effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. It also contains nutritional supplements that are essential for improving your overall health. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Uses of Atherochek 10 Tablet
- High cholesterol
Atherochek 10 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Atherochek 10 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Atherochek 10 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Atherochek 10 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Atherochek 10 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Atherochek 10 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Atherochek 10 is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Atherochek 10.
Driving
SAFE
Atherochek 10 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Quick Tips
- It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
- Atherochek 10 treats high cholesterol and should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
- In general, Atherochek 10 is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin or dark urine.
- Do not take Atherochek 10 if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
References
- Combs Jr. GF, McClung JP. The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health. 5th ed. Westborough, MA: Academic Press; 2017.
- Coates PM, Betz JM, Blackman MR, et al. (Editors). Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. 2nd ed. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press; 2010.