Product Details
ATORVASTATIN 20 MG + ASPIRIN 75 MG
Introduction : The combination of Atorvastatin 20 Mg & Aspirin 75 Mg tablet is often prescribed to individuals at an increased risk of cardiovascular events, such as those with a history of heart disease or diabetes, to address both cholesterol levels and the risk of blood clots.
Aspirin 75mg is used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks and strokes, in individuals with a history of cardiovascular disease.
Atovastatin 20mg is used together with a proper diet to lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) in the blood, and to increase your good cholesterol (HDL). It is also used to treat adults who cannot control their cholesterol levels by diet and exercise alone.
Indication : Atovastatin 20mg that works by reducing the amount of ?bad? cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of ?good? cholesterol (HDL) in blood. High levels of cholesterol can cause narrowing of the blood vessels (atherosclerosis). Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and stroke and helps one remain healthier for longer.
Aspirin 75mg, a blood thinner, that prevents the formation of blood clots and the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Administration : Dosage and administration should be determined by a healthcare professional based on the individual patients condition and response to treatment.
Advise patient to take at the same time every day with a full glass of water
Storage : Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Mechanism of Action : Aspirin 150 mg: Aspirin is also an antiplatelet medication that helps prevent blood clots. It works by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase, which is involved in the production of thromboxane A2, a substance that promotes platelet aggregation.
Atorvastatin: Inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, thereby reducing cholesterol synthesis and LDL levels, and increasing HDL levels.
Therapeutic : Anti Hyperlipidemic
Side Effects : Tablet: Side effects may include headache, abdominal pain, asthenia, and nausea
Capsule: side effects may include headache, nausea, myalgia, asthenia and constipation
Side effects may include dyspepsia, agitation, confusion, dizziness, headache, lethargy, Reye syndrome, and seizures
Contraindications : Hypersensitivity to NSAIDs
Syndrome of asthma, rhinitis, and nasal polyps; severe urticaria, angioedema, or bronchospasm may occur
Safety Advice / Warnings : Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use this medicine during the later part of a pregnancy unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Advise patient not to take drug 2 hours before or 1 hour after alcohol use due to potential for altered absorption
References : Product Information: DURLAZA(TM) oral extended release capsules, aspirin oral extended release capsules. New Haven Pharmaceuticals (per manufacturer), North Haven, CT, 2015.
Product Information: LIPITOR(R) oral tablets, atorvastatin calcium oral tablets. Parke-Davis (Per FDA), New York, NY, 2014
Product Information: Atorvastatin Uxa oral tablet, atorvastatin calcium trihydrate oral tablet. Uxa Farma SA (per AEMPS;Spain), Avda. San Francisco Javier 24, 41018 Seville, Spain, 2019.
Product Information: BAYER(R) safety-coated oral tablets, aspirin safety-coated oral tablets. Bayer Healthcare,LLC, Morristown, NJ, 2006.