Zupitor 5MG Tab

Composition

Atorvastatin 5 mg (as atorvastatin calcium)

Uses of Zupitor 5MG Tab

High cholesterol (hypercholesterolaemia), mixed dyslipidaemia, prevention of cardiovascular events (heart attack, stroke) in at-risk patients along with diet and lifestyle changes

• •Lowers LDL (bad cholesterol)
• •Lowers triglycerides
• •Helps reduce risk of heart attack and stroke
• •Supports long-term cardiovascular protection

How it works

Atorvastatin is an HMG‑CoA reductase inhibitor (statin). It reduces cholesterol synthesis in the liver, lowers LDL and triglycerides, and can modestly increase HDL, thereby reducing cardiovascular risk.

Directions for use

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

Side effects

Common side effects of Zupitor 5MG Tab may include:

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