Atocor Activ 40 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called statins. It is used to lower cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart diseases. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that builds up in your blood vessels and causes narrowing, which may lead to a heart attack or stroke.

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is a widely prescribed medicine and is regarded as safe for long-term use when taken as per the doctor's advice. It can be taken with a meal or on an empty stomach. You can take it at any time of the day but try to take it at about the same time each day. Most people with high cholesterol do not feel ill, but stopping your medicine may increase your cholesterol levels thereby increasing your risk of heart disease and stroke.

It is important to have your cholesterol levels checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of the treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake, and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to avoid foods that are high in fat.

Common side effects of this medicine include constipation, flatulence, dyspepsia, and abdominal pain. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you notice any yellowing of your eyes or get repeated or unexplained muscle pains.

This medicine should not be used in some conditions such as liver disease. Also, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine as it may harm the developing baby. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels while taking this medicine, as it may lead to an increase in blood sugar levels. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and monitor it regularly thereafter.

Uses of Atocor Tablet

Benefits of Atocor Tablet

In Prevention of Heart attack

High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis) and put you at risk of having a stroke or heart disease. Lowering the amount of this fat reduces the chances of this happening and helps you remain healthier for longer. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well.

Side effects of Atocor Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Atocor

Dyspepsia
Abdominal pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Joint pain
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Nausea
Pain in extremities
Urinary tract infection
Abnormal liver function tests

How to use Atocor Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atocor Activ 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Atocor Tablet works

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Atocor Activ 40 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Atocor Activ 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Atocor Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Atocor Activ 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses within 12 hours.

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Quick tips

In general, Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Atocor Activ 40 Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
Do not take Atocor Activ 40 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Atocor Activ 40 Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
It also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
In general, Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.
Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine or yellowing of skin or eyes.
Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Atocor Activ 40 Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
Do not take Atocor Activ 40 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyrrole & heptanoic acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Atocor with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Patient concerns

high triglycerides, High TSH Low Vitamin D

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Cardiology

Do u smoke or drinkFamily history of heart disease

Fatty liver with poor LFT and backpain Also high triglycerides and high bad cholesterol

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Capsule cytozen twice, aarogyavardhini vati tablet 2 tablet twice, lipistat capsule 2 capsule twice, punarnava kwath 20 ml twice before meal for 2-3 months

What are the trip t normal and high values What should be thresholds for ' no heart'' attack', minor attack and heart attack

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal

Pathology

Hello sir. Thank you for consulting with us. Trop T is read as either positive or increased or not positive. Positive Trop T level indicates heart attack and negative Trop t usually indicates no heart attack. Even in minor heart attack, Trop T is positive.

FAQs

What should I know about high cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Total cholesterol is determined by the total amount of LDL and HDL cholesterol in the body. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol. Bad cholesterol can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart disease and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. High levels of triglycerides are also harmful to you.

Can Atocor Activ 40 Tablet cause muscle problems or muscle injury?

Yes, taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet can cause muscle problems or muscle injury. This is because of the reduced oxygen supply to the muscle cells which leads to fatigue, muscle pain, tenderness, or muscle weakness. The soreness may be significant enough to interfere with your daily activities. Do not take it lightly and consult your doctor to know about ways to prevent this and to avoid making it worse.

Is Atocor Activ 40 Tablet used for lowering cholesterol?

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which lowers the level of lipids or fats. Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes fail to lower the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Atocor Activ 40 Tablet can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.

Can Atocor Activ 40 Tablet be prescribed to children?

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is for adults and children aged 10 years or more whose cholesterol levels do not come down enough with exercise and a low-fat diet. It is not approved for use in patients younger than 10 years old.

Is Atocor Activ 40 Tablet a blood thinner?

No, Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is not a blood thinner. It is a cholesterol-lowering medicine. It works by slowing down the production of cholesterol in the body. This further decreases the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow to the part of the body. By lowering the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides it prevents the chances of stroke and heart attack.

Will taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet lead to an increase in my risk of diabetes?

If you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet may increase this risk slightly. This is because Atocor Activ 40 Tablet can raise your blood sugar a little. If you already have type 2 diabetes, your doctor may advise monitoring your blood sugar levels more closely for the first few months. Tell your doctor if you find it harder to control your blood sugar.

For how long do I need to take Atocor Activ 40 Tablet? Is it safe for long-term use?

You may need to take Atocor Activ 40 Tablet life long or for the duration prescribed by your doctor. The benefits will only continue for as long as you take it. If you stop taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet without starting a different treatment, your cholesterol levels may rise again. It is considered to be safe and has few side effects if taken as directed by the doctor.

Does Atocor Activ 40 Tablet cause weight loss?

No, Atocor Activ 40 Tablet has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet.

Can I stop taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet without consulting your doctor. If you think that Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is causing side effects, you should consult your doctor who may accordingly lower your dose or change your medicine.

Can I take alcohol with Atocor Activ 40 Tablet?

No, it is not advised to take alcohol with Atocor Activ 40 Tablet. This is because the risk of developing liver problems increases if you drink alcohol while taking this medicine. Moreover, there is a significant increase in the triglyceride levels if Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is taken along with alcohol. This can further lead to liver damage and also worsen some of the side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, and tenderness. People with liver problems are therefore advised, not to take Atocor Activ 40 Tablet without consulting the doctor. They should also refrain from consuming alcohol while taking this medicine to get maximum benefit.

Does Atocor Activ 40 Tablet cause memory loss?

Memory loss may occur with Atocor Activ 40 Tablet in very rare cases. This is generally non-serious and may occur as early as 1 day or may take years to appear. These symptoms may disappear within about 3 weeks of discontinuing Atocor Activ 40 Tablet. However, you should consult your doctor if you experience this side effect as it could be due to some other reason.

When should I take Atocor Activ 40 Tablet?

Atocor Activ 40 Tablet is generally taken once a day. It can be taken in the morning or night or at any time of the day, with or without food. Try taking this medicine at the same time every day to help remember when to take it.

Does Atocor Activ 40 Tablet make you tired?

Yes, Atocor Activ 40 Tablet can make you feel tired. This is because they reduce the energy supply to the muscles in the body. However, the exact reason behind the phenomenon is unknown and needs more research. Tiredness usually occurs after exertion. Generalized fatigue is more often seen in people with heart disease or those suffering from liver illness. Atocor Activ 40 Tablet also causes muscle damage which further worsens the tiredness. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you feel tired while taking Atocor Activ 40 Tablet.

What are the most common side effects of Atocor Activ 40 Tablet?

The common side effects of Atocor Activ 40 Tablet include nausea, indigestion, constipation, flatulence, diarrhea, headache, and aches and pains in your back and joints. It may also cause nosebleeds, sore throat, and cold-like symptoms, such as a runny nose, blocked nose, or sneezing.

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