Astor Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 30 September 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Lipid-lowering agent for hyperlipidaemias.
Dosage (summary)
Starting dose: 10 mg daily, max: 80 mg daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1-2 hours, Duration: 20-30 hours.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Grapefruit juice
- Warfarin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Active hepatic disease
- Pregnancy
- Child-Pugh B and C liver impairment
Common side effects
- Myalgia
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Fatigue
Counselling Points
- Avoid grapefruit juice
- Report unexplained muscle pain
- Monitor liver function tests
Serious warnings
- Risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis
- Liver function monitoring required
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