Atorvastatin LHC 20 or 10 Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 10 September 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Adjunct to diet for hypercholesterolaemia and cardiovascular risk reduction.
Dosage (summary)
Starting dose 10 mg once daily; max 80 mg depending on indication.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 2 weeks, Duration: up to 30 hours.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Grapefruit juice
- Fibric acid derivatives
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Active liver disease
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
Common side effects
- Myalgia
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Monitor for muscle pain
- Avoid grapefruit juice
- Adhere to cholesterol-lowering diet
Serious warnings
- Risk of rhabdomyolysis
- Liver enzyme abnormalities
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