Xtor 5 Tablet

Composition of Xtor 5 Tablet

Xtor 5 Tablet contains Atorvastatin (5 mg). It belongs to the Statin / lipid modifier class of medicines.

Uses of Xtor 5 Tablet

Adjunct to diet to reduce LDL cholesterol and risk of heart attack or 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 Xtor 5 Tablet works

HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor that lowers hepatic cholesterol synthesis.

How to take Xtor 5 Tablet

Take with or without food. Drink plenty of fluids. Finish the full course even if you feel better.

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 Xtor 5 Tablet

Most side effects of Xtor are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Muscle aches
• elevated liver enzymes (usually mild).

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 Xtor 5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Report unexplained muscle pain or dark urine; avoid excess alcohol.

Do not take Xtor 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 Xtor 5 Tablet

Store at room temperature; protect from moisture.

Expert advice for Xtor 5 Tablet

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>Xtor 5 Tablet treats high cholesterol by lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides (fats). It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.</div></li> <li><div>It also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.</div></li> <li><div>In general, Xtor 5 Tablet is safe. It may cause diarrhea, gas or an upset stomach. If any of these happen to you, take it with food.</div></li> <li><div>Inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, muscle weakness or muscle pain. </div></li> <li>Your doctor may monitor your liver function before starting the treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice signs of liver problem such as yellowing of skin or eyes, unusually dark urine or stomach pains.</li> <li><div>Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease or diabetes. If you are diabetic, monitor your blood sugar level regularly as Xtor 5 Tablet may cause an increase in your blood sugar level.</div></li> <li>Do not take Xtor 5 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

IPCA LABORATORIES LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Lipid-lowering agent

Drug class:

Statin / lipid modifier