Description
INTRODUCTION ABOUT ATCHOL F TABLET
ATCHOL F TABLET is a combination of Atorvastatin and Fenofibric Acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Hypolipidemic drugs. It is used to manage hyperlipidemia (high blood lipid levels) in addition to proper diet, exercise and lifestyle changes.
Hyperlipidemia is a condition characterized by increased levels of bad cholesterol and triglycerides (fats) in the blood. If left unmanageed, these fat particles get deposited in the blood vessels and may obstruct blood flow through them, leading to various complications such as heart attack or stroke.
By reducing lipid levels in the blood, ATCHOL F TABLET can also be used to manage the risk of heart attack, stroke, atherosclerosis and other circulatory disorders.
Take ATCHOL F TABLET with meals. Along with the management, follow the diet, exercise and lifestyle changes instructed by your doctor to achieve better results. Avoid drinking large amount of alcohol while taking ATCHOL F TABLET. If you are diabetic, work on your blood sugar levels and keep them under control.
Before taking ATCHOL F TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have thyroid problems, diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of muscle disorders.
ATCHOL F TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver or kidney problems. It is also not suitable for use in patients who had recently taken an antibiotic called Fusidic acid to manage bacterial infections.
Do not take ATCHOL F TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Women of childbearing potential must use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while undergoing therapy with ATCHOL F TABLET. If you accidentally become pregnant while taking ATCHOL F TABLET, stop taking this medicine and consult your doctor immediately.
During management with ATCHOL F TABLET, your doctor will periodically monitor your liver functions, kidney functions, blood sugar levels, muscle functions and blood cholesterol levels to avoid the risk of unwanted side effects.
The most common side effects of taking ATCHOL F TABLET are headache, constipation, bloating, muscle pain, neck pain, inflammation of the nose, throat pain and liver problems. Consult your doctor if they bother you.
You must also inform your doctor if you experience severe unexplained muscle pain or weakness with fever, weakness or reddish-brown urine after taking ATCHOL F TABLET.
USES OF ATCHOL F TABLET
It is used to:
- Manage high blood cholesterol levels
- Prevent the risk of heart attack, stroke or atherosclerosis
HOW ATCHOL F TABLET WORKS
ATCHOL F TABLET is a lipid-lowering medicine. It reduces the levels of bad cholesterol (VLDL and LDL) and triglycerides in the body by modulating the actions of certain enzymes that are involved in lipid metabolism (such as HMG-CoA reductase and lipoprotein lipase). Additionally, it can also reduce the amount of cholesterol absorbed in the body.
By lowering the blood lipid levels, ATCHOL F TABLET manages fat deposition within the blood vessels and reduces the chances of heart attack, stroke, atherosclerosis or other circulatory problems.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take ATCHOL F TABLET as directed by your physician. It is taken preferably after meals. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking ATCHOL F TABLET without consulting your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ATCHOL F TABLET
COMMON
- headache, dizziness
- stomach pain, constipation, nausea, diarrhoea, flatulence
- muscle pain, joint pain, back pain
- increased blood sugar levels (diabetes)
- increased liver enzyme levels
- nasal inflammation, throat pain, nasal bleeds
UNCOMMON
- sleep disturbances
- tingling or numbness of fingers and toes
- reduced sensation to touch
- taste changes
- memory problems
- blurred vision, ringing in the ears
- skin redness and itching
- hair loss
- neck pain
- feeling tired or weak
- swollen ankles
- increase in body temperature
- decrease in sex drive
RARE
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- tendon injury
Stop taking ATCHOL F TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- severe allergic skin reactions (such as skin rash, itching, skin redness with blisters or peeling of the skin and swelling in the mouth, which may be associated with high fever and joint pains)
- unexplained muscle pain or weakness, especially if accompanied by fever, weakness or reddish-brown urine
- lupus-like disease syndrome is characterized by rash, muscle pain, joint disorders, pain and swelling
- severe stomach pain due to inflammation of the pancreas
- signs of blood clots in the body (such as chest pain, shortness of breath, pain, redness and swelling in the legs)
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