Atorvastatin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Lipitor
CategoryDescriptionAtorvastatin (a-TOR-va-stat-in) is used to lower cholesterol
and triglyceride (fat-like substances) levels in the blood. Using this medicine
may help prevent medical problems caused by such substances clogging the blood
vessels.
Atorvastatin belongs to the group of medicines called 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl
coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase inhibitors. It works by blocking an enzyme
that is needed by the body to make cholesterol, thereby reducing the amount
of cholesterol in the blood.
Atorvastatin is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
Generic name product may be available in the U.S. and Canada.
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