Lipigo 40MG Tab

Composition

Atorvastatin 40 mg (as Atorvastatin calcium)

Uses of Lipigo 40MG Tab

High cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia), mixed dyslipidaemia, high triglycerides; prevention of cardiovascular events (heart attack, stroke) in high-risk patients

• •Lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol
• •Reduces triglycerides
• •Modestly raises HDL (good) cholesterol
• •Helps prevent heart attack and stroke in high-risk patients

How it works

Atorvastatin inhibits HMG‑CoA reductase, reducing cholesterol synthesis in the liver. This increases LDL receptor activity and lowers LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while modestly raising HDL.

Directions for use

Tablet for oral use. Take once daily at the same time each day, with or without food, as prescribed. Continue diet and exercise; do not stop without medical advice.

Side effects

Common side effects of Lipigo 40MG Tab may include:

• •Headache
• •nausea
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal pain
• •constipation
• •muscle pain (myalgia)
• •weakness
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