Lastolip tablet 20mg

About Lastolip tablet 20mg

Lastolip tablet 20mg Uses

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
• Prevention of heart attack and stroke in high risk patients
• Cholesterol control after a heart attack or stent placement
• 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 lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke over time.

At the 20mg strength, it offers a moderate to high intensity dose suited for significant cholesterol elevation or existing heart disease.

Muscle aches are the most talked about side effect, so any unexplained muscle pain or weakness should be reported to a doctor promptly.

Lastolip tablet 20mg formula

• Atorvastatin Calcium 20mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Lastolip tablet 20mg?

• 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 20mg 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.