Aztor Asp 75mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Medical Description
Aztor Asp Capsule is a combination medication. It is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes. It is also used to treat high cholesterol levels (dyslipidemia) in the body. It contains the cholesterol-lowering medication atorvastatin as well as a low dose of aspirin, which acts as a blood thinner. This works by lowering the formation of cholesterol and inhibiting the formation of blood clots. As a result, this medication helps to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Take this medicine with food or as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine, even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor. Some other capsules containing the same active molecules are Ecosprin AV 75 capsule, Atorva Asp 75mg and Lipikind As 10/75mg. You should avoid consuming high-fat, fried and junk meals and also maintain a healthy and active lifestyle to gain optimum benefits along with Aztor Asp Capsule.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹40.48 |
You Save | ₹5.52 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Atorvastatin(10.0 Mg) + Aspirin / Acetyl Salicylic Acid(75.0 Mg) |
Uses | Lipid lowering, anti-platelet |
Side effects | Nausea, headache, diarrhea, body pain |
Therapy | ANTI-PLATELET AND HYPOLIPIDEMIC DRUGS |
Uses of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
Contraindications of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
- If you have any allergic reaction to Atorvastatin, Aspirin or any of the ingredient of Aztor Asp Capsule.
- If you have bleeding disorders.
- If you have a history of ulcer in the stomach or small intestine.
- If you have gout.
- If you have kidney or liver problems.
- If you are pregnant (last three months) or breastfeeding.
- If you are taking medicines for cancer or rheumatoid arthritis (like methotrexate - more than 15mg per week).
- If you are being treated with medicines for hepatitis C like Glecaprevir/ Pibrentasvir.
Side effects of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Body pain (joint, back, throat, muscle)
- Swelling of nasal passages and bleeding from the nose
- Indigestion, heartburn and nausea
- Increased risk of bleeding
- Itching
- Breathing difficulty
- Abnormal liver function and increased creatinine level
Precautions and Warnings of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
Pregnancy
- Pregnant women should not take Aztor Asp Capsule as it is unsafe during pregnancy as it can cause harm to the fetus.
- If you think you are pregnant or might become pregnant, discontinue the treatment and seek a safer alternative.
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver or kidney disease.
- You experience muscle pain, cramps, weakness and fever after taking this medicine, immediately inform your doctor.
- You experience any muscle problems after taking other lipid-lowering medicine.
- You have breathing difficulty.
- You are addicted to alcohol.
- You have any thyroid problems.
- You are undergoing surgery or had an operation recently.
- You have any unusual bleeding.
- You notice black tarry stools or blood in vomit.
- You have asthma, this medicine can worsen your asthma.
- You have high blood pressure.
- You have ulcers in your stomach or small intestine.
- You are suffering from gout.
- You experience heavy menstrual bleeding, do not take this medicine as it can increase the bleeding.
- You are taking medicine for bacterial infections like fusidic acid as this may cause serious muscle injury.
- If you have diabetes, a regular blood glucose check-up is needed.
Directions for Use of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
Storage and disposal of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
- Store Aztor Asp Capsule at or below 30°C in a cool dry place.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Check expiry date before starting the treatment.
Dosage of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose of Aztor Asp Capsule include ringing in the ears, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting and stomach ache, sweating, fever, increased pulse or breathing rate, fits and low blood sugar....
- In case of an overdose, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
How Does It Work?
- Cholesterol is made by the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase. Atorvastatin inhibits this enzyme. Therefore, lowering cholesterol and bad cholesterol (LDL levels). It also increases the good cholesterol known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL levels)....
- Aspirin in low doses stops the platelets from forming a clot so that the blood can flow without any obstruction in the arteries.
Interactions of AZTOR ASP 75MG STRIP OF 10 CAPSULES
Interactions with other medicines
- Aztor Asp Capsule contains Atorvastatin and Aspirin. Any interactions that are seen with these two components when taken alone may occur with this combination.
- Never take Aztor Asp Capsule with hepatitis medicines like Glecaprevir/ Pibrentasvir.
- Medicines used for thinning of the blood (e.g. Warfarin) can increase the risk of bleeding.
- Increased risk of muscle damage and serious side effects if taken with Niacin, Cyclosporine, Clarithromycin, Itraconazole, Tacrolimus and Ezetimibe.
- Medicines used to treat high blood pressure or any heart problems like Amlodipine and Digoxin can increase the side effects of Aztor Asp Capsule.
- Aztor Asp Capsule may interfere with medicines used for high blood pressure like Ramipril and Lisinopril.
- Avoid the use of painkillers as it can lead to stomach bleeding.
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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