Astin D 20 Tablet

Short Description

Astin D 20 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol by reducing 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats) levels in the body.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Astin D 20 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Astin D 20 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

diarrhoea gas or an upset stomach muscle weakness nausea stomach pain constipation

Breastfeeding Warning

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Astin D 20 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin and Vitamin D3 which treat high cholesterol.

Astin D 20 Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet. It decreases the risk of heart diseases and helps prevent stroke and heart attack. It should be taken in the evening after dinner and before sleeping. In general, Astin D 20 Tablet is safe.