Lestavor 10, 20, 40 & 80 mg Film-Coated Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 December 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Lestavor is indicated for lowering cholesterol levels in various types of hypercholesterolaemia.
Dosage (summary)
Starting dose is 10 mg daily, adjustable up to 80 mg; taken with or without food.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation; use effective contraception.
Key Drug Interactions
- Grapefruit juice
- Ciclosporin
- Erythromycin
- Warfarin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to atorvastatin
- Active hepatic disease
- Pregnancy
- Child-Pugh B and C liver impairment
Common side effects
- Myalgia
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Fatigue
Counselling Points
- Report unexplained muscle pain
- Avoid grapefruit juice
- Monitor liver function tests
Serious warnings
- Risk of myopathy and rhabdomyolysis
- Liver injury monitoring required
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