Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

Composition of Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule contains Atorvastatin (20mg) + Clopidogrel (75mg). It belongs to the Statin / lipid modifier and Blood thinner class of medicines.

Uses of Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

Heart attack prevention and high cholesterol

Key benefits

• In Heart attack prevention and high cholesterol Atorfit CV 20 Capsule is a combination medicine that is used to prevent heart attack. It contains Atorvastatin that works by reducing the amount of “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of “good” cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis). Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Besides
• it also contains a blood thinner
• Clopidogrel
• that prevents the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

How Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule works

Atorfit CV 20 Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin and Clopidogrel, which prevents heart attack and stroke.

How to take Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Atorfit CV 20 Capsule should be taken with or after food.

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

If you miss a dose of Atorfit CV 20 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely to cause immediate harm but may increase the risk of muscle and liver injury. It can cause serious and difficult-to-control bleeding. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

Most side effects of Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

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 Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

Warnings and precautions

Report unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness — especially with fever or dark urine — without waiting for your next appointment. Your doctor will check your liver with a blood test before starting and from time to time afterwards. Cholesterol medicines work silently; you will not feel their benefit, and that is not a reason to stop. Tell your doctor if you develop new or worsening diabetes symptoms. Seek urgent care for black or tarry stools, blood in the vomit or urine, a severe headache, or bleeding that will not stop. Tell every doctor and dentist treating you that you are on a blood thinner, well before any procedure. Never stop this medicine on your own before surgery or dental work — stopping it carries its own risk, and the decision is your doctor's. Avoid contact sports and take care with razors and sharp tools.

Do not take Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Must not be used in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Not for people with active liver disease. Not for people with active bleeding, a bleeding disorder, or a recent bleed into the brain.

Interactions with other medicines

Grapefruit juice raises the level of some statins — avoid it. Certain antibiotics, antifungals and fibrates increase the risk of muscle damage when combined. Anti-inflammatory painkillers, including over-the-counter ones, sharply raise the bleeding risk. Combining two blood thinners multiplies the risk — never add one yourself. Tell your doctor about all herbal products; several affect clotting.

How to store Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Atorfit Cv 20/75 mg Capsule

You have been prescribed Atorfit CV 20 Capsule to lower your risk of heart attacks and stroke. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin. Notify your doctor if you experience muscle pain or weakness, particularly if accompanied with fever. Let your doctor know you are taking Atorfit CV 20 Capsule before undergoing any surgical procedure. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

AJANTA PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Statin / lipid modifier and Blood thinner