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Atorota belongs to the group of cardiovascular drugs, in the form of film-coated tablets, packaged in a box of 3 blisters x 10 tablets. The drug contains the main ingredient Atorvastatin (as Atorvastatin calcium) 10mg. Adhering to the indications, the dose of Atorota will help patients improve the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects.
1. Indications of the drug Atorota
Atorota is indicated for:
Lowering total cholesterol, Apolipoprotein B, LDL-cholesterol, Triglycerides and increasing HDL-cholesterol in people with primary hypercholesterolemia. does not change the condition. Reduction of LDL-cholesterol and total cholesterol in subjects with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
2. Contraindications to the use of Atorota
Atorota drug is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors. People with advanced liver disease. Patients with unexplained persistent elevations in serum transaminases. Women who are pregnant and/or breastfeeding.
3. Dosage and how to use Atorota
How to use: Atorota is taken orally, at any time of the day. Patients should take Atorota with a full glass of water, do not break or chew the medicine because it can increase side effects.
Reference dosage:
Treatment of hypercholesterolemia and mixed dyslipidemia: Initial dose 10-20mg x 1 time/day. For those who need to reduce their LDL cholesterol significantly (more than 45%) can start with a dose of 40mg x 1 time / day. Maximum 80mg/time/day. It is necessary to assess the blood lipid index at about 2-4 weeks after increasing the dose for appropriate adjustment. Treatment of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia: 10 to 80 mg/day. The drug should be used in combination with other lipid-lowering measures. In addition, Atorvastatin can also be combined with Resin to increase the therapeutic effect. No dose adjustment of Atorota is required in patients with renal impairment. How to deal with missed dose, overdose of Atorota:
In case of forgetting a dose of Atorota, it is advisable to supplement as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose of Atorota and use a new dose. When using Atorota drug overdose, the patient should stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
4. Atorota drug interactions
Anticoagulants and Indandione, if used in combination with Atorota, will increase bleeding time or Prothrombin time. It is necessary to monitor the prothrombin time in users who combine Indandione with the anticoagulants Cyclosporine, Gemfibrozil, Erythromycin, immunosuppressants and Niacin, if Atorota is used in combination, there will be an increased risk of myopathy. Digoxin when used in combination with Atorota will cause a slight increase in serum digoxin concentrations. To avoid interactions, before being prescribed Atorota, patients should inform their doctors about all the drugs they are using, including functional foods. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate Atorota.
5. Side effects of the drug Atorota
Atorota is generally well tolerated, and side effects (if any) are usually mild and transient. However, the process of using Atorota, patients may still experience side effects such as:
Constipation; Flatulence; Undigested; Stomachache; Nausea and vomiting; Headache ; Dizzy. The side effects of Atorota are still being analyzed and monitored in patients with the same experimental results. It is not possible to say that the above are all effects of Atorota. However, based on that, the patient can prevent dangerous effects caused by side effects.
In rare cases, Atorota may cause complications or interactions with serious consequences. To protect your own health, to avoid serious effects when taking Atorota, patients should tell their doctor about any unusual signs. At the same time, you should carry out regular health check-ups according to the instructions of your doctor.
6. Precautions when using Atorota
Before treatment with Atorota, care should be taken to rule out secondary dyslipidemia causes. At the same time, it is necessary to measure the lipid indices periodically, with an interval of not less than 4 weeks. During treatment with HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, if myositis, creatine kinase increases, or serum liver enzymes are 3 times the upper limit of normal, the dose should be reduced or treatment discontinued. . Use Atorota with caution in patients with liver dysfunction or heavy alcohol consumption. Patients should have a reasonable diet before and during treatment with Atorota. Store Atorota in a cool, dry place and protected from light.
7. Notes when using Atorota
Caution should be exercised when Atorota is used by people who drive or operate machinery. Care should be taken when using the drug for people with severe liver and kidney failure. Pregnant and nursing women should consult their doctor before taking Atorota. Absolutely do not use when Atorota has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is all information about Atorota drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Note, Atorota is a prescription drug, patients absolutely cannot buy and treat at home because they may experience unwanted side effects.
