What is atorvastatin 80 mg used for?

Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower “bad” cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise “good” cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as “statins.” It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver.

What is Zarator?

Zarator belongs to a group of medicines called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Zarator reduces the ‘bad’ cholesterol and can raise the ‘good’ cholesterol. Zarator also helps to protect you from a heart attack or stroke.

What are the most common side effects of atorvastatin 80 mg?

Side effects of atorvastatin include:

  • Gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea.
  • Cold symptoms such as a runny or stuffy nose.
  • Joint pain.
  • Insomnia.
  • Urinary tract infection.
  • Nausea.
  • Loss of appetite.
  • Indigestion symptoms such as stomach discomfort or pain.

Can I stop taking atorvastatin 80 mg?

It’s possible for some people to stop taking statins safely, but it can be especially risky for others. For instance, if you have a history of heart attack or stroke, it’s not recommended that you stop taking these drugs. This is because you’re more likely to have another such problem when you discontinue statins.

What foods to avoid while taking atorvastatin?

While taking atorvastatin (Lipitor), avoid high-fat and high-cholesterol foods as part of your overall treatment. You should avoid large quantities of grapefruit or grapefruit juice, which can increase the risk of serious side effects. Also, avoid excess alcohol use, as this may cause serious liver problems.

Is 80 mg of atorvastatin too much?

The maximum dose is 80 mg once a day. The majority of patients are controlled with Atorvastatin 10 mg once a day. A therapeutic response is evident within 2 weeks, and the maximum therapeutic response is usually achieved within 4 weeks.

Does atorvastatin lower blood pressure?

Atorvastatin significantly reduced 24-h systolic and diastolic BP (DBP; median (range)) as compared with placebo (-5.0 (-21.0, 4.0) vs +1.0 (-6.0, 7.0) mm Hg, P<0.001 and -3.0 (-16.0, 2.0) vs +0.1 (-7, 4) mm Hg, P<0.01, respectively).