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Caditor 20 mg Tablet
Atorvastatin (20mg)
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Caditor 20 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of heart attack and stroke.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Atorvastatin (20mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 mg 15`S
Best price: ₹182 (₹12.12 per tablet)
MRP: ₹191
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: CADILA PHARMA
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All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Caditor 20 mg Tablet
Caditor 20 mg Tablet contains Atorvastatin (20mg). It belongs to the Statin / lipid modifier class of medicines.
Uses of Caditor 20 mg Tablet
This medicine is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of heart attack and stroke.
Key benefits
- Proven to reduce heart attacks and strokes
- Usually taken once a day
- Benefit continues for as long as you take it
How Caditor 20 mg Tablet works
Atorvastatin lowers the amount of bad cholesterol your liver makes and helps clear it from the blood, which slows the furring of your arteries.
How to take Caditor 20 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or without food, usually in the evening. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
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 it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
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 Caditor 20 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Caditor are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Muscle aches
- Headache
- Nausea
- Constipation or loose motions
- Raised 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 Caditor 20 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Not recommended in pregnancy — it may harm the developing baby. Tell your doctor at once if you are or might be pregnant. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Not recommended while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
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.
Do not take Caditor 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
Grapefruit juice raises the level of some statins — avoid it. Certain antibiotics, antifungals and fibrates increase the risk of muscle damage when combined.
How to store Caditor 20 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Caditor 20 mg Tablet
Continue your diet, exercise and, above all, stopping smoking — the medicine adds to these, not replaces them. Get your lipid profile repeated as your doctor advises.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- CADILA PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Lipid-lowering agent
- Drug class:
- Statin / lipid modifier
Substitutes for Caditor 20 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Atorvastatin (20mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Caditor 20 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atchol 20 mg TabletARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹52 | 71% cheaper |
| Lipikind 20 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹60 | 67% cheaper |
| Orvas-20 mg TabletSYSTOPIC LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹61 | 67% cheaper |
| Atoprl 20 TabletPRISTINE PEARL PHARMA | tablet · 15`S | ₹69 | 62% cheaper |
| Ozovas 20 TabletOZONE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | tablet · 30`S | ₹73 | 60% cheaper |
| Idetor 20 mg TabletIDEAL LIFESCIENCES P LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹80 | 56% cheaper |
| Atorlan 20 TabletCLEVELAND PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹88 | 52% cheaper |
| Liponorm 20 mg TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹90 | 50% cheaper |
| Zivast 20 mg TabletFDC Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹96 | 47% cheaper |
| Atorhil 20 TabletHEAL (INDIA) PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹97 | 47% cheaper |
| Atosta 20SHRRISHTI HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS(I) PVT LTD | 10`S | ₹112 | 39% cheaper |
| Dysliptin 20 mg TabletEAST WEST PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹125 | 31% cheaper |
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Caditor 20 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Caditor 20 mg Tablet used for?
Caditor 20 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of high cholesterol and 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 is the salt in Caditor 20 mg Tablet?
Caditor 20 mg Tablet 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 Caditor 20 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Caditor 20 mg Tablet work?
Atorvastatin lowers the amount of bad cholesterol your liver makes and helps clear it from the blood, which slows the furring of your arteries.
Is Caditor 20 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Caditor 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 Caditor 20 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Caditor 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 Caditor 20 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Not recommended in pregnancy — it may harm the developing baby. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Caditor.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Caditor 20 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Caditor 20 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Caditor 20 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Caditor 20 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Caditor 20 mg Tablet?
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 Caditor 20 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Caditor 20 mg Tablet starts at ₹182 (MRP ₹191) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 mg 15`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Caditor 20 mg Tablet?
Caditor 20 mg Tablet is manufactured by CADILA PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Caditor 20 mg Tablet delivered?
Caditor 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.
Caditor 20 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Atorvastatin (20mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹182 (₹12.12 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹191
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- CADILA PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- CADILA PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Lipid-lowering agent
- Drug class
- Statin / lipid modifier
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 mg 15`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Caditor 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.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- 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 Caditor 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.