Atorvastatin is described as a synthetic agent meant for lipid lowering. It also belongs to the group of drugs known as statins. It helps in inhibiting-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase, which is an enzyme that works as a catalyst in the conversion procedure of HMG-CoA into mevalonate.
The initial recommended dosage of this medication to lower cholesterol and triglycerides levels in the body ranges in between 10 to 20 mg per day. This medication is taken once a day. The medication should be taken at the same time every day. This will maintain the level of the medication in the body. For some patients the dosage can be recommended of 40mg per day.
Atorvastatin is indicated for the treatment of high cholesterol and triglycerides level in the body. This medication is effective for the prevention of several heart conditions such as heart stroke, heart attack, and angina attack. This medication can be also used for the prevention of diseases related to blood vessels known as cardiovascular diseases. Cholesterol is essential for the body cells to function properly. However, excess of cholesterol especially bad cholesterol creates a lot of problems in the body. Cholesterol is of two types, bad cholesterol and good cholesterol.
Side effects are bound to occur with any medication. Atorvastatin also has many side effects. Some of the commonly associated side effects with this medication include accidental injury, inflammation of sinus, joint pain, diarrhea, muscle pain, infections and headache. These side effects are mild in nature. Patients having these side effects can easily tolerate them. Many patients do not even experience the side effects associated with this medication. These side effects do not require any medical attention.
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