About Lipitor 10mg Tablets
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin)
Used for
- Lowers LDL cholesterol and triglycerides
- Reduces risk of heart attack and stroke
Usual adult dose
Usually 10–80 mg once daily, adjusted to cholesterol response and treatment goals.
Usual dose in children
For familial high cholesterol, usually 10 mg once daily from age 10; specialist-guided dosing.
Common side effects
- Muscle aches or weakness
- Diarrhea or nausea
- Headache
- Raised liver enzymes
Important warnings
- Seek assessment for unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness.
- Rarely, severe muscle breakdown or liver injury can occur.
- Avoid during pregnancy; stop if pregnancy occurs.
- Liver disease may make treatment unsuitable.
Pregnancy
Not recommended during pregnancy; discontinue when pregnancy is recognized, unless a specialist determines exceptional need.
Breastfeeding
Avoid breastfeeding during treatment; use an alternative medicine or feeding method if treatment is necessary.
Interactions
- Certain antibiotics and antifungals can increase muscle-related risks.
- Grapefruit may increase atorvastatin levels, especially in large amounts.
- Other cholesterol medicines, including fibrates, can increase muscle risks.
- Some HIV or hepatitis C medicines substantially alter atorvastatin levels.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.