Atrovast 40mg Tablet

What is Atrovast 40mg Tablet?

Atrovast 40mg Tablet is belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart disease. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.

What are the uses Atrovast 40mg Tablet?

Atrovast 40mg Tablet is used for treating,

• High cholesterol
• Prevention of Heart attack

How to Use Atrovast 40mg Tablet?

• Normally take Atrovast 40mg Tablet exactly as your doctor has told you.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach.
• Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it.
• Do not handle the tablets with wet hands.

If you forget to take Atrovast 40mg Tablet

• Take your Atrovast 40mg Tablet at the next scheduled time if you miss a dose and it is close to the next scheduled dose.
• Do not take a double dose to make up for the one you missed.

If you take more Atrovast 40mg Tablet

• Contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital if you are taking more than the recommended tablet.
• These effects usually wear off in a few hours.

If you stop taking Atrovast 40mg Tablet

• Until your doctor advises you to do so, do not stop taking this medicine.

Warning & Precautions of Atrovast 40mg Tablet?

Talk to your doctor if you:

• Have any allergy.
• During pregnancy.
• Are alcoholic.
• Have liver problem.
• During breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Atrovast 40mg Tablet?

• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Dyspepsia
• Abdominal pain

More Information :

• Keep Atrovast 40mg Tablet out of the reach of kids.
• Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light (15-25°C).
• Do not take this medicine after the expiry date.
• Take Atrovast 40mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.