Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2861

USA Brand Name

Caduet, Lipitor+Ascriptin, Aspergum, Astrin, Axotal

Strength

20mg + 75mg

Generic Name

Atorvastatin + Aspirin

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin)

## What Is The Generic Name For Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule:

Atorvastatin & Aspirin is the generic version for Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin):

Caduet

Lipitor+Ascriptin

Aspergum

Astrin

Axotal

## About Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin)

Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule contains two active ingredients, Atorvastatin & Aspirin, which is used for prevention of heart attack and stroke. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Cipla, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength:

Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule contains two active ingredients, Atorvastatin & Aspirin, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin):

Atorlip is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Dyslipidemia with Atherosclerotic arterial disease

## How Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin) Works:

Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule has two active ingredients; Atorvastatin & Aspirin. Atorvastatin is a lipid-curbing medication that restricts an enzyme required in the body to make cholesterol which lowers the “bad” cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides & raises the “good” cholesterol (HDL). Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-platelet action which prevents the platelets from sticking together and decreases the formation of harmful blood clots.

## Before You Use Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Atorvastatin & Aspirin

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin):

You should not take Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have Liver disease

Have bleeding disorder

Have impaired kidney function

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Capsule

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage:

Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule contains two active ingredients, Atorvastatin & Aspirin, which is used for prevention of heart attack and stroke. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin) to Be Used:

As Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule. Do not take the Capsule on your own and for longer time than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin):

Take Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the Capsule. Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule can be taken with food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & Aspirin):

You are always advised to take Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Capsule in smaller or larger amount or for longer than prescribed by your doctor.

## Overdose:

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Symptoms like dizziness, confusion, increased heartbeat, tremor and sweating after taking the dose should be reported immediately. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if you are suspecting overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Atorlip Asp 20 Mg Capsule (Atorvastatin & 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

Increased bleeding tendency

Increased liver enzymes

Increased glucose level in blood

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule. This can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Methotrexate

Azithromycin

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Antacids

ACE inhibitors

## There are disease interactions with Atorvastatin & Aspirin which include:

Diabetes

Rhabdomyolysis

Cognitive impairment

Liver disease

Bleeding disorders

Impaired kidney function

Asthma

## Warning And Precaution:

Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Liver/ Kidney Diseases

You must always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

You should not consume grapefruit juice

You must regularly check your kidney function, liver function, blood sugar level and the amount of potassium in your blood while you’re on this drug

You must eat healthy (low-fat, high-fibre, low-sodium diet), quit smoking, increase physical activity, watch your weight, and reduce stress

You must always read the information properly written on the leaflet of medicine.

You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications:

Atorlip should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer time than prescribed by the Doctor.

## Storage:

Store the Atorlip Asp 20 mg Capsule at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Capsule should be intact and not damaged while storing.