Atorsave D 40 Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Eris Lifesciences Ltd
Active Ingredient	Atorvastatin (40mg) + Vitamin D3 (1000IU)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	423

FAQ

What if you forget to take Atorsave D Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Atorsave D 40, 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.

Atorsave D 40 Tablet Reviews

Atorsave D 40 is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol. It is a combination of two medicines that reduces "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels in the body. It may also reduce the risk of future heart attack and stroke.

Atorsave D 40 should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. 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.

Nausea, stomach pain, constipation, and muscle weakness are some common side effects of this medicine. It decreases the amount of calcium in your blood, so have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin, muscle pain or dark urine. You may be asked for regular monitoring of liver function or blood sugar level while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 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 Atorsave D 40 Tablet Works

Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL). Vitamin D3 is added to relieve the muscular pain caused by Atorvastatin.

How to Use Atorsave D 40 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. Atorsave D 40 is to be taken with food.

Uses of Atorsave D 40 Tablet

High cholesterol

Atorsave D 40 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Atorsave D 40 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Atorsave D 40 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Atorsave D 40 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Atorsave D 40 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Atorsave D 40 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Atorsave D 40 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Atorsave D 40.

Pregnancy ^UNSAFE

Atorsave D 40 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.

Quick Tips

Notify your doctor if you experience yellow eyes or skin or dark urine after starting the medication.
In general, Atorsave D 40 is safe. It may cause diarrhoea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
Atorsave D 40 treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
It should be taken in the evening after dinner and before sleeping.
It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
It should be taken in the evening after dinner and before sleeping.
In general, Atorsave D 40 is safe. It may cause diarrhoea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
Notify your doctor if you experience yellow eyes or skin or dark urine after starting the medication.
It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent stroke and heart attack.
It may cause the amount of calcium in your blood to fall. Take calcium rich food in your diet and have regular blood tests to monitor the level of calcium in your blood.
Atorsave D 40 treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent stroke and heart attack.