Lochol 10mg Tablets – Atorvastatin for Cholesterol & Heart Health (30 Tablets)

Description:

Lochol 10mg Tablets contain Atorvastatin, a statin medication used to lower high cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. It works by reducing the production of cholesterol in the liver, helping to prevent heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications. Lochol is prescribed as part of a long-term treatment plan that includes a healthy diet, regular exercise, and lifestyle modification to promote overall heart health and maintain optimal lipid balance.

Ingredients:

• Active Ingredient: Atorvastatin Calcium (equivalent to 10mg Atorvastatin)

• Inactive Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, calcium carbonate, starch, and other excipients

Drug Class:

• HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor (Statin)

Dosage Form:

• Oral Tablet

Uses:

• Treatment of high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia)

• Management of mixed dyslipidemia

• Prevention of stroke, heart attack, and coronary artery disease

• Reduces LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglycerides

• Increases HDL (good cholesterol) levels

Dosage:

• Adults: Usually one 10mg tablet once daily with or without food

• Dosage may be adjusted as advised by your doctor based on response and lipid levels

• Take regularly for maximum benefit

In Case of Overdose:

• May cause muscle weakness, confusion, or liver issues

• Seek immediate medical attention or contact your healthcare provider

Missed Dose:

• Take as soon as remembered

• Skip if it’s close to the next dose—do not double up

• Maintain a regular schedule for best results

How To Use:

• Take orally with a full glass of water

• Can be taken with or without food

• Take at the same time daily

• Continue even if cholesterol improves—stopping early can reverse the benefits

When Not to Use:

• Hypersensitivity to Atorvastatin or any component of the product

• Active liver disease or unexplained elevated liver enzymes

• During pregnancy or breastfeeding

• Avoid if taking strong CYP3A4 inhibitors unless advised by a doctor

Side Effects:

Common:

• Headache

• Constipation

• Indigestion

• Muscle pain or weakness

• Nausea

Serious (Seek medical advice):

• Severe muscle pain or tenderness

• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)

• Unexplained fatigue

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

Precautions & Warnings:

• Perform regular liver function and lipid profile tests

• Avoid grapefruit juice and alcohol while taking Atorvastatin

• Use cautiously in patients with kidney or liver impairment

• Inform your doctor about any muscle pain, weakness, or dark urine

• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding

Drug Interactions:

• Antifungals (Ketoconazole, Itraconazole)

• Antibiotics (Erythromycin, Clarithromycin)

• Other lipid-lowering agents (Fibrates, Niacin)

• Immunosuppressants (Cyclosporine)

• Anticoagulants (Warfarin)

• Grapefruit juice (increases Atorvastatin concentration)

Storage/Disposal:

• Store below 25°C, in a dry place away from light and moisture

• Keep out of reach of children

• Dispose of unused tablets properly; do not flush into drains

Control Drug:

• Prescription-only medication

Quick Tips:

• Take at the same time each day

• Follow a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet

• Avoid grapefruit juice and heavy alcohol intake

• Report any unusual muscle pain or weakness immediately

• Continue regular lipid and liver monitoring as advised