Atorfib 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart diseases.

Introduction:
Atorfib 40mg Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at about the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels thereby increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.

Dosage Form:
Tablet

Side Effects:

• constipation
• flatulence
• dyspepsia
• and abdominal pain

How to Use:
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. Atorfib 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Atorfib 40mg Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of 'good' cholesterol (HDL).

Quick Tips:

• Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine.
• Monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Atorfib 40mg Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
• Do not take Atorfib 40mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Interacting Drugs:

• Amiodarone
• Amlodipine
• Azithromycin
• Benidipine

FAQs:

• What should I know about high cholesterol?
  High cholesterol is a condition where there are elevated levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or 'bad' cholesterol in the blood. This can lead to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) or 'good' cholesterol helps remove excess cholesterol from the bloodstream, but high levels of triglycerides are also harmful.


• Can Atorfib 40mg Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?
  Yes, taking Atorfib 40mg Tablet can lead to muscle problems or muscle injury due to reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells. This may result in fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness. In some cases, the soreness may be severe enough to interfere with daily activities.


• Is Atorfib 40mg Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?
  Atorfib 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins and is used to lower lipids, including cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. It can be prescribed to adults and children aged 10 years or more whose cholesterol levels do not respond to diet and lifestyle changes.


• Can Atorfib 40mg Tablet be prescribed to children?
  Atorfib 40mg Tablet is approved for use in patients aged 10 years or more, but it is not suitable for children younger than 10 years old. Consult your doctor before administering this medication to children.


• Is Atorfib 40mg Tablet a blood thinner?
  No, Atorfib 40mg Tablet is a cholesterol-lowering medicine and works by slowing down the production of cholesterol in the body. It does not thin the blood or affect blood clotting.


• Will taking Atorfib 40mg Tablet make me tired?
  Yes, Atorfib 40mg Tablet can cause fatigue due to reduced energy supply to the muscles. This is more common in people with heart disease or liver illness and may worsen muscle damage.


• What are the most common side effects of Atorfib 40mg Tablet?
  Common side effects include nausea, indigestion, constipation, flatulence, diarrhea, headache, aches and pains in your back and joints, nosebleeds, sore throat, and cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, blocked nose, or sneezing.