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Atorvastatin is used for:
Lowering high cholesterol and triglycerides in certain patients. It also increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good") cholesterol levels. It is used along with an appropriate diet. It is used in certain patients to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, chest pain caused by angina, or blood vessel blockage. It is also used in certain patients to reduce the risk of hospitalization for congestive heart failure, or the need for medical procedures to open blocked heart blood vessels. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Atorvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, also known as a "statin." It works by reducing the production of certain fatty substances in the body, including cholesterol.
Do NOT use Atorvastatin if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Atorvastatin
- you have liver problems or unexplained abnormal liver function tests
- you are pregnant or breast-feeding
- you are taking an HIV protease inhibitor (eg, ritonavir), itraconazole, or mibefradil
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
How to use Atorvastatin :
Use Atorvastatin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Atorvastatin by mouth with or without food.
- Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice at the same time you take Atorvastatin . Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may increase the risk of side effects from Atorvastatin . Talk to your doctor before including grapefruit or grapefruit juice in your diet while taking Atorvastatin .
- Continue to take Atorvastatin even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
- If you miss a dose of Atorvastatin , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Atorvastatin .
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