Aztor 40 Tablet
15 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹309.09
₹231.82
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SUN PHARMA
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TABLET
Expiry
Product Summary
| Salt Content | Atorvastatin(40.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Lowering cholesterol |
| Therapy | Hypolipidemic drugs |
| Side effects | Headache, constipation, nausea |
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Medical Description
Aztor 40 tablet is a lipid-lowering medicine containing atorvastatin, also known as statins. It is used to treat high cholesterol levels. Aztor 40 helps in lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels. It can lower the bad cholesterol level and also reduce the risk of any heart disease.
Aztor 40 should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It should preferably be taken at bedtime to gain optimum benefits. You should avoid consuming high-fat and fried meals and also maintain a healthy and active lifestyle to gain optimum benefits along with Aztor 40 tablet. Atorva 40mg tablet, Tonact 40mg tablet, Storvas 40mg tablet and Lipvas 40mg tablet are some other medicines with atorvastatin as their active medicines.
Lifestyle modifications such as a cholesterol-lowering diet and increased physical activity such as walking, running, jogging, yoga, swimming, etc.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to atorvastatin or any other components of the Aztor 40 tablet.
- If you have or ever had any liver disease, any abnormality in liver function test.
- If you are being treated with medicines for hepatitis C like glecaprevir/pibrentasvir.
- If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
Side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Body pain (joint, back, muscle)
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any liver or kidney diseases.
- You experienced any muscle problems after taking other lipid-lowering medicine.
- You are taking any medicine for bacterial infection like fusidic acid, as this may cause serious muscle injury.
- You have respiratory failure.
- You are addicted to alcohol.
- You have any thyroid problems.
- You cannot digest lactose (lactose intolerance).
- You are above 70 years of age.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store the Aztor 40 tablets at a temperature below 30°C in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
- Do not use expired medicine. Do not flush the medicine in the sink.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Aztor 40 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- HIV medications such as ritonavir with the Aztor 40 tablet can result in severe side effects.
- Erythromycin (antibiotic) taken with the Aztor 40 tablet can result in increased side effects.
- It should be ensured that fusidic acid is taken in a proper gap with this medicine, a minimum gap of seven days is advised.
Interactions with food items
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:AZTOR
Manufacturer Name:SUN PHARMA
Address:Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.,Plot No107,108 Mamli Block,P.O. Ranipool,East Sikkim 737135
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Aztor 40 MG Tablet (15) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
References:
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