Lastolip tablet 10mg

About Lastolip tablet 10mg

Lastolip tablet 10mg Uses

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
• Prevention of heart attack and stroke in high risk patients
• Cholesterol control after a heart attack or stent
• Long term cardiovascular risk reduction

Drug Class

• HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin)
• Cholesterol lowering agent

What Experts Say

Atorvastatin lowers LDL, the harmful type of cholesterol, by blocking an enzyme the liver needs to make it, which reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke over time.

It is taken once daily at any time of day, and its benefit builds up with consistent long term use rather than short term courses.

Muscle aches are the most talked about side effect, and while usually mild, any unexplained muscle pain or weakness should be reported promptly, since rare but serious muscle problems need medical attention.

Lastolip tablet 10mg formula

• Atorvastatin Calcium 10mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Lastolip tablet 10mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, at any time of day.
• Swallow with water, with or without food.
• Take consistently for the best long term benefit.
• Have cholesterol and liver function checked as advised.

Drug Interactions

Atorvastatin can interact with several common medicines and grapefruit juice.

• Grapefruit juice: Raises atorvastatin levels, increasing side effect risk.
• Certain antibiotics and antifungals (clarithromycin, itraconazole): Significantly raises atorvastatin levels and muscle risk.
• Other cholesterol lowering medicines: Combining can increase the risk of muscle side effects.

Risks and warnings

• Muscle pain: Report unexplained muscle pain or weakness promptly.
• Liver function: Periodic liver function tests may be advised, especially early in treatment.
• Pregnancy: Avoid in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
• Liver disease: Avoid in active liver disease.

Lastolip tablet 10mg Side Effects

• Muscle aches
• Joint pain
• Headache
• Mild digestive upset
• Raised liver enzymes (uncommon)

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, out of reach of children.