| Atorvastatin / Amlodipine Tablet | |
| Active ingredient | Atorvastatin and Amlodipine |
| Brand | |
| Country of origin | India |
| Form | Oral tablets |
Atorvastatin and Amlodipine tablets combine two medicines that help manage cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. Atorvastatin lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglycerides while helping increase HDL (good) cholesterol.
Clinical Uses
Atorvastatin and Amlodipine tablets are used for the following purposes:
- Treatment of high blood pressure.
- It manages high cholesterol
- Reduces the cardiovascular risk.
- Prevention of complications associated with atherosclerosis.
- Manages coronary artery disease.
- It helps relieve chest pain (angina) by improving blood flow to the heart.
Dosage Options
The dosage strengths of Atorvastatin and Amlodipine tablets include: 5 mg, 5 mg 10 mg and 10 mg. Always consult your doctor before choosing your dosage strength. It helps to reduce the chances of adverse effects.
How It Works?
Atorvastatin and Amlodipine tablets work in two different ways to protect heart health. Atorvastatin works in the liver by reducing the production of cholesterol, especially LDL (bad) cholesterol, which helps prevent fatty deposits from building up in the arteries. Amlodipine relaxes and widens blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing blood pressure. These medicines together help control cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart-related complications such as heart attack and stroke.
Side Effects
Common side effects:
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Swelling of the ankles or feet
- Muscle pain or cramps
- Tiredness or weakness
- Nausea
- Stomach discomfort
- Flushing
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Joint pain.
Serious side effects
- Severe muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness.
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes
- Severe dizziness or fainting
- Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Precautions & Warnings
Below are the precautionary measures you need to follow while taking Atorvastatin and Amlodipine tablets:
- Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disorder or heart problems, or severe aortic stenosis before starting treatment.
- Limit alcohol intake, as excessive consumption may increase the risk of liver problems and other side effects.
- Avoid consumption of grapefruit or grapefruit juice may increase amlodipine levels and the risk of side effects.
- Inform your doctor or anaesthetist that you are taking this medicine before any planned surgery.
- Do not drive and operate any heavy machinery. Avoid these activities if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision.
Drug Interactions
Some of the medicines that might interact with Atorvastatin and Amlodipine tablets are:
- Antibiotics: Clarithromycin and erythromycin
- Antifungal medicines: Itraconazole and ketoconazole.
- Other cholesterol-lowering medicines: Gemfibrozil, other fibrates.
- Blood pressure medicines
- Immunosuppressants: Cyclosporine may increase atorvastatin levels and the risk of muscle toxicity.
- Antiviral medicines: Certain HIV and hepatitis C antiviral medicines
- Heart medicines: Diltiazem and verapamil
- Rifampicin
- Warfarin.
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