Atorlip 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart diseases.

Introduction:
Atorlip 5 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. Atorlip 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Atorlip 5 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 experience fatigue muscle weakness or muscle pain. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.

Interacting Drugs:

• Amiodarone
• Amlodipine
• Azithromycin
• Benidipine

FAQs:

• What should I know about high cholesterol?
  High cholesterol occurs when there is too much bad cholesterol (LDL) in your blood, which can build up on the walls of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. Good cholesterol (HDL), on the other hand, helps remove bad cholesterol from your bloodstream. Total cholesterol levels are determined by the combined amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. High levels of triglycerides also pose a risk to your health.


• Can Atorlip 5 Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?
  Yes, taking Atorlip 5 Tablet can lead to muscle problems or muscle injury, characterized by reduced oxygen supply to muscle cells, resulting in fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness, or muscle weakness. This soreness may interfere with your daily activities and should not be taken lightly. Consult your doctor for ways to prevent this and avoid making it worse.


• Is Atorlip 5 Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?
  Atorlip 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lower lipid levels or fats in the blood. It is used to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes are insufficient to lower these levels. If you're at an increased risk of heart disease, Atorlip 5 Tablet can also be prescribed to reduce this risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal.


• Can Atorlip 5 Tablet be prescribed to children?
  Atorlip 5 Tablet is for adults and children aged 10 years or more whose cholesterol levels do not come down enough with exercise and a low-fat diet. It is not approved for use in patients younger than 10 years old.


• Is Atorlip 5 Tablet a blood thinner?
  No, Atorlip 5 Tablet is not a blood thinner; it's a cholesterol-lowering medicine that works by slowing down the production of cholesterol in the body. This reduces the amount of cholesterol that may build up on artery walls and block blood flow to various parts of the body.


• Will taking Atorlip 5 Tablet cause memory loss?
  Memory loss is a rare side effect of Atorlip 5 Tablet, which can occur as early as one day or years after starting treatment. These symptoms usually disappear within three weeks of discontinuing Atorlip 5 Tablet. If you experience this side effect, consult your doctor to determine its cause.


• When should I take Atorlip 5 Tablet?
  Atorlip 5 Tablet is generally taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or night, with or without food, at any time of day that suits you best. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.


• Does Atorlip 5 Tablet cause memory loss?
  Memory loss is a rare side effect of Atorlip 5 Tablet, which can occur as early as one day or years after starting treatment. These symptoms usually disappear within three weeks of discontinuing Atorlip 5 Tablet. If you experience this side effect, consult your doctor to determine its cause.


• What are the most common side effects of Atorlip 5 Tablet?
  The common side effects of Atorlip 5 Tablet include nausea, indigestion, constipation, flatulence, diarrhea, headache, and aches and pains in your back and joints. It may also cause nosebleeds, sore throat, and cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, blocked nose or sneezing.