About Atorvastatin 10mg
Atorvastatin 10mg tablets are primarily used to lower high cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and chest pain (angina) in adults and some children. It is part of a class of medications called statins, which work by slowing the production of cholesterol in the liver.
Key Uses
Atorvastatin 10mg is prescribed for the following conditions:
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia): It is used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to lower levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL) and triglycerides, while increasing "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein or HDL).
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: For individuals at high risk for a first cardiovascular event due to risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, or a family history of early heart disease, it helps prevent future heart problems.
Atherosclerosis Management: It helps slow the progression of atherosclerosis, the condition where arteries become narrowed or blocked by fatty deposits (plaque).
Specific Genetic Conditions: It is used in adults and children aged 10 years and older with inherited conditions like heterozygous or homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, which cause very high cholesterol levels.