Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg +150 Mg)

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2853

USA Brand Name

Caduet, Lipitor+Ascriptin, Aspergum, Astrin, Axotal

Strength

150mg+10mg

Generic Name

Atorvastatin+ Aspirin

Manufacturer

Zydus Cadila, India

## Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin)

## What Is The Generic Name For Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg):

Atorvastatin and Aspirin is the generic version for Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg)

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

Caduet

Lipitor + Ascriptin

Aspergum

Astrin

Axotal

## About Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin)

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) contains two active ingredients, Atorvastatin and Aspirin, which is used for prevention of heart attack and stroke. It is available at all the drugstores, leading pharmacy, and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Zydus Cadila, India is one of the top leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg). It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength:

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) contains two active ingredients, Atorvastatin (10 mg) and Aspirin (150 mg). It is also available in the various strengths at all the drugstores, leading pharmacy, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) is used in the treatment of disease condition like:

Dyslipidemia with Atherosclerotic arterial disease

## How Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin) Works:

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin and Aspirin which prevent heart attack and stroke. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medicine that blocks an enzyme required in the body to make cholesterol. It lowers the “bad” cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises the “good” cholesterol (HDL) in the body. Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug with anti-platelet action. It prevents the platelets from sticking together and reduces the formation of harmful blood clots.

## Before You Use Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

Avoid Alcohol completely as it may cause the liver damage

Make sure that you do not have any Liver or Kidney Problems

Make sure that your doctor knows about your health history

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

You should not take alcohol

You should avoid driving while taking this medicine

Other Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

You should not take Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) if you:

Have allergy to Atorvastatin and Aspirin

Have any Liver Disorder

Are Pregnant or Conceiving

Do Heavy Alcohol Consumption

Have any Heart Problem like: stroke

Muscles Degradation in Elderly

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Capsule

Have any other Heart disease

Have any Kidney or Liver disease

Are taking Alcohol or other drugs

Are Pregnant or trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

Have Increased Sugar Levels

Have Cognitive Impairment

Have Rhabdomyolysis

## Dosage:

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) contains, Atorvastatin and Aspirin which prevents heart attack and stroke. It is available in various strengths and should be taken as instructed by the Doctor. You can take this medicine with food but at a fixed time.

## How Much Of The Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin) to Be Used:

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) is available in various strengths at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg).

## How To Take The Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You should swallow the Capsule as a whole with water at fixed time. Do not try to chew and crush it. It is always better to take the medicine with food to avoid stomach upset.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

You are always advised to take Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take it in larger or smaller amount or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

## Overdose:

You must contact your doctor as soon  as possible in case of overdose.

## Missed Dose:

You should try to take every dose of Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) at a fixed time. A missed dose of Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) should be taken as soon as you remember. You should skip the dosage if it is the time for the next dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) (Atorvastatin and Aspirin):

Abdominal pain

Heartburn

Constipation

Yellow colored eyes or skin

Skin rash

Irregular heartbeat

Acid or sour stomach

Drowsiness

Irritability

Cough

Difficulty in swallowing

Diarrhea

Impaired liver function

Joint pain

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg). It can produce some unwanted effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are on any other medication. It interacts with the following medicine:

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Azithromycin

Methotrexate

This medicine also interacts with disease conditions like:

Cognitive Impairment

Bleeding disorders

Diabetes

Rhabdomyolysis

Liver Disease

Grapefruit juice should be avoided during this medicine course as it may give side effects such as: Fever, Chills, Muscle Pain , Nausea and Weakness, Skin Rash, etc.

## Warning And Precaution:

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) is contraindicated in conditions like:

Hypersensitivity

Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

Patients with liver impairment

Diabetic Conditions

Rhabdomyolysis

You should always discuss with your doctor to get best possible treatment

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

Always read the information written on the leaflet of the medicine.

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications:

Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this Capsule before finishing the course on your own.

## Storage:

Store the Atorva Asp 150 Capsule (10 Mg + 150 Mg) at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the Capsules should be intact and Capsules are not damaged while storing.