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Atheart 20 mg Tablet
Atorvastatin 20 mg
Atheart 20 mg Tablet is used for high cholesterol (hyperlipidaemia), mixed dyslipidaemia, prevention of cardiovascular events (heart attack, stroke) in high-risk patients.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated August 2026
₹131₹13.13 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Atorvastatin 20 mg
Available variants: tablet 20 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹131 (₹13.13 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Atheart 20 mg Tablet
Atheart 20 mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin 20 mg. It belongs to the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (Statin) class of medicines.
Uses of Atheart 20 mg Tablet
- High cholesterol (hyperlipidaemia)
- mixed dyslipidaemia
- prevention of cardiovascular events (heart attack
- stroke) in high-risk patients
Key benefits
- Lowers LDL (bad cholesterol)
- Reduces triglycerides
- Helps prevent heart attack and stroke
- Slows progression of atherosclerosis
- Improves overall lipid profile
How Atheart 20 mg Tablet works
Atorvastatin is a statin that inhibits HMG‑CoA reductase, reducing cholesterol production in the liver. It lowers LDL and triglycerides and can modestly raise HDL, helping reduce plaque buildup and cardiovascular risk.
How to take Atheart 20 mg Tablet
Tablet; take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Continue diet and exercise advice; do not stop without medical advice.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take the missed dose of Atheart as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
If you take too much
Taking more Atheart than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.
Side effects of Atheart 20 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Atheart are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Headache
- nausea
- diarrhoea
- constipation
- abdominal pain
- indigestion
- muscle pain
- weakness
- elevated liver enzymes
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Atheart 20 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Not recommended (contraindicated in pregnancy); consult doctor |
|---|---|
| Alcohol | Use with caution; avoid heavy alcohol (increased risk of liver problems) |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Avoid use in active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevation of liver enzymes. Seek medical help for unexplained muscle pain/weakness especially with fever or dark urine (risk of myopathy/rhabdomyolysis). Use caution in alcohol use, hypothyroidism, kidney impairment, elderly, and with history of muscle disorders. Periodic liver function tests may be advised.
Interactions with other medicines
Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (clarithromycin, erythromycin, ketoconazole/itraconazole, HIV protease inhibitors), cyclosporine, gemfibrozil/other fibrates, niacin, colchicine, amiodarone, verapamil/diltiazem, warfarin (monitor INR), grapefruit juice (large amounts)
How to store Atheart 20 mg Tablet
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
- Therapeutic class:
- Antihyperlipidaemic
- Drug class:
- HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (Statin)
Substitutes for Atheart 20 mg Tablet
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| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Atheart 20 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atchol 20 mg TabletARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹54 | 59% cheaper |
| Lipikind 20 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹62 | 53% cheaper |
| Atoprl 20 TabletPRISTINE PEARL PHARMA | tablet · 15`S | ₹73 | 44% cheaper |
| Idetor 20 mg TabletIDEAL LIFESCIENCES P LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹84 | 36% cheaper |
| Atorlan 20 TabletCLEVELAND PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹92 | 30% cheaper |
| Atorhil 20 TabletHEAL (INDIA) PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹102 | 22% cheaper |
| Atosta 20SHRRISHTI HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS(I) PVT LTD | 10`S | ₹118 | 10% cheaper |
| Dysliptin 20 mg TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹132 | same price |
| Atormac 20Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 10`S | ₹134 | 2% more |
| Azerva-20Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 10`S | ₹134 | 2% more |
| Idetor Cv 20 mg CapsuleIDEAL LIFESCIENCES P LTD | capsule · 10`S | ₹140 | 6% more |
| Vonotor 20 mg TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹158 | 21% more |
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Atheart 20 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Atheart 20 mg Tablet used for?
Atheart 20 mg Tablet is commonly used for High cholesterol (hyperlipidaemia), mixed dyslipidaemia, prevention of cardiovascular events (heart attack, stroke) in high-risk patients. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Atheart 20 mg Tablet?
Atheart 20 mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin 20 mg. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Atheart 20 mg Tablet?
Tablet; take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Atheart 20 mg Tablet work?
Atorvastatin is a statin that inhibits HMG‑CoA reductase, reducing cholesterol production in the liver.
Is Atheart 20 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Atheart 20 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Atheart 20 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Atheart are Headache, nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Atheart 20 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Not recommended (contraindicated in pregnancy); consult doctor Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Atheart.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Atheart 20 mg Tablet?
Use with caution; avoid heavy alcohol (increased risk of liver problems)
What if I miss a dose of Atheart 20 mg Tablet?
Take the missed dose of Atheart as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
Is Atheart 20 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Atheart 20 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Atheart 20 mg Tablet?
Atchol 20 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹54 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Atheart 20 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Atheart 20 mg Tablet starts at ₹131 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Atheart 20 mg Tablet?
Atheart 20 mg Tablet is manufactured by FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Atheart 20 mg Tablet delivered?
Atheart 20 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Atheart 20 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Atorvastatin 20 mg
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹131 (₹13.13 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
- Manufacturer
- FRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS
- Therapeutic class
- Antihyperlipidaemic
- Drug class
- HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (Statin)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Atheart 20 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- Manufacturer labeling, established medical literature (statin monographs), standard pharmacology references
- Indian regulatory/pack information
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Atheart 20 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.