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Avas 20
Atorvastatin (20mg)
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Avas 20 is used for prevention of Heart attack High cholesterol High triglycerides Prevention of Prevention of heart attack and stroke.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Atorvastatin (20mg)
Available variants: NA 30`S
Best price: ₹385
MRP: ₹405
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MICRO LABS
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Avas 20
Avas 20 contains Atorvastatin (20mg). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker, Statin class of medicines.
Uses of Avas 20
Prevention of Heart attack High cholesterol High triglycerides Prevention of Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits of Avas 20
- In High cholesterol
- Avas lowers the 'bad' LDL cholesterol in your blood, slowing the build-up of fatty deposits in your arteries. The benefit builds over months and years rather than being something you feel.
- In Prevention of heart attack and stroke
- Avas stabilises the fatty plaques already lining your arteries so they are less likely to rupture and block a vessel. That is what lowers the chance of a heart attack or stroke.
How Avas 20 works
Avas 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL).
How to take Avas 20
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Avas 20 Tablet may be taken with or without 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 Avas 20 Tablet, 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. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Avas 20
Most side effects of Avas are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Muscle aches
- Headache
- Nausea
- Constipation or loose motions
- Raised liver enzymes
Stop the medicine and get help at once 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 Avas 20
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Not recommended in pregnancy. It may harm the developing baby, so tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant.
- Breast feedingUNSAFE
- Not recommended while breastfeeding.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverUNSAFE
- Not recommended if you have significant liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Use with caution in patients with liver disease, monitor liver function regularly.
Do not take Avas 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.
Interactions with other medicines
May interact with other cholesterol-lowering medications, certain antibiotics, and antifungals.
How to store Avas 20
Store at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
Quick tips for Avas 20
- Avas 20 Tablet may cause diarrhea, gas, or an upset stomach.
- If any of these happen to you, please consult with your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness, or muscle pain.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter.
- Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problems, such as stomach pains, unusually dark urine, or yellowing of skin or eyes.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or diabetes before starting treatment with this medicine.
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly, as Avas 20 Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.
- Do not take Avas 20 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Related lab tests
People taking Avas are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- MICRO LABS
- Therapeutic class:
- CARDIAC
- Drug class:
- Calcium channel blocker, Statin
- Chemical class:
- Diphenylpyrroles
Substitutes for Avas 20
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Atorvastatin (20mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Avas 20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atchol 20 mg TabletARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹52 | 86% cheaper |
| Orvas-20 mg TabletSYSTOPIC LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹61 | 84% cheaper |
| Lipikind 20 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹61 | 84% cheaper |
| Atoprl 20 TabletPRISTINE PEARL PHARMA | tablet · 15`S | ₹69 | 82% cheaper |
| Ozovas 20 TabletOZONE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | tablet · 30`S | ₹73 | 81% cheaper |
| Idetor 20 mg TabletIDEAL LIFESCIENCES P LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹80 | 79% cheaper |
| Atorlan 20 TabletCLEVELAND PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹88 | 77% cheaper |
| Liponorm 20 mg TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹90 | 76% cheaper |
| Zivast 20 mg TabletFDC Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹96 | 75% cheaper |
| Atorhil 20 TabletHEAL (INDIA) PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹97 | 75% cheaper |
| Saanvas 20 TabletSAAN LAB LLP | tablet · 10`S | ₹107 | 72% cheaper |
| Dysliptin 20 mg TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹125 | 67% cheaper |
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Avas 20 FAQs
What is Avas 20 used for?
Avas 20 is commonly used for Prevention of Heart attack High cholesterol High triglycerides Prevention of Prevention of heart attack and stroke. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Avas 20?
High cholesterol: Avas lowers the 'bad' LDL cholesterol in your blood, slowing the build-up of fatty deposits in your arteries. The benefit builds over months and years rather than being something you feel. It is also used for prevention of heart attack and stroke.
What is the salt in Avas 20?
Avas 20 contains Atorvastatin (20mg). 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 Avas 20?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Avas 20 work?
Avas 20 Tablet is a lipid-lowering medication (statin).
Is Avas 20 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Avas 20 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 Avas 20?
The side effects reported most often with Avas are Muscle aches, Headache, Nausea, Constipation or loose motions, Raised liver enzymes. 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 Avas 20 be taken during pregnancy?
Avas 20 is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Avas.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Avas 20?
Limit alcohol while taking Avas 20; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Avas 20?
If you miss a dose of Avas 20 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Avas 20 habit forming?
No. Avas 20 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Avas 20?
Atchol 20 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹52 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 Avas 20 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Avas 20 starts at ₹385 (MRP ₹405) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 30`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Avas 20?
Avas 20 is manufactured by MICRO LABS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Avas 20 delivered?
Avas 20 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.
Avas 20, Quick facts
- Salt
- Atorvastatin (20mg)
- Best price
- ₹385
- MRP
- ₹405
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- MICRO LABS
- Manufacturer
- MICRO LABS
- Therapeutic class
- CARDIAC
- Drug class
- Calcium channel blocker, Statin
- Chemical class
- Diphenylpyrroles
- Action class
- HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 30`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO, manufacturer labeling
- 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 Avas 20.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
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.