Lipitor 20mg Tablets

Product Description

Product Name: Lipitor 20mg Tablets

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 30's

Manufactured By: Pfizer

Used For:

• High Cholesterol: Lipitor (atorvastatin) is used to lower levels of total cholesterol, LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, and triglycerides in the blood while increasing levels of HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol.
• Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease: Used to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other heart-related complications in individuals with risk factors such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and a family history of heart disease.

Side Effects:

• Muscle Pain: Muscle aches, tenderness, or weakness.
• Diarrhea: Common gastrointestinal symptom.
• Nausea: Feeling of sickness or discomfort in the stomach.
• Headache: Common neurological symptom.
• Elevated Liver Enzymes: May indicate liver irritation or damage.
• Increased Blood Sugar Levels: May lead to or worsen diabetes in some individuals.
• Rhabdomyolysis: A rare but serious condition involving muscle breakdown, leading to kidney damage.

Precautions:

• Liver Function Monitoring: Regular liver function tests are recommended before and during treatment to monitor for liver damage.
• Muscle Monitoring: Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if accompanied by fever or malaise.
• Drug Interactions: Lipitor can interact with other medications, including certain antibiotics, antifungals, and HIV protease inhibitors. Inform your healthcare provider of all medications and supplements you are taking.
• Alcohol Consumption: Limit alcohol intake as it may increase the risk of liver damage.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Lipitor should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to the potential risk to the fetus or infant. Effective contraception is advised for women of childbearing age.
• Diabetes Management: Monitor blood sugar levels closely, as Lipitor can affect glucose control in people with diabetes.