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Avstat (Atorvastatin)
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Prescription Lipid-Lowering Agent / HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor
- Take 1 tablet daily with water, with or without food, maintaining a consistent daily schedule.
Price range: ₦1,400.00 through ₦1,800.00
Description
Avstat is a prescription statin medication containing atorvastatin. It functions by competitively inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, the essential rate-limiting enzyme in the liver that produces cholesterol. By slowing down internal cholesterol production, it prompts liver cells to pull excess low-density lipoprotein (LDL) directly from the bloodstream. It is primarily used to:
Lower Bad Cholesterol & Triglycerides: Reduces circulating LDL (“bad” cholesterol) and blood fats to keep your vascular system clear.
Raise Good Cholesterol: Increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels to help transport excess cholesterol away from the arteries back to the liver.
Prevent Cardiovascular Events: Stabilizes fatty plaque along arterial walls, significantly reducing the long-term risk of heart attacks, strokes, and chest pain (angina).
Administration: Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. You can take it with or without food, as meals do not affect its overall absorption.
Timing: Take your tablet at approximately the same time every day—whether in the morning or evening—to maintain stable drug levels in your body.
The Grapefruit Warning: Avoid drinking large amounts of grapefruit juice while on Avstat, as compounds in grapefruit can interfere with how your liver breaks down atorvastatin, potentially increasing the risk of side effects.
Dosage management must always follow your specific healthcare provider’s prescription:
Standard Routine: Take 1 tablet once daily as prescribed by your doctor.
Consistency: Combine your medication schedule with a balanced, low-fat diet and regular physical exercise for maximum cardiovascular benefit. Do not stop taking it without medical guidance.
While Avstat is well-tolerated and offers strong cardiovascular protection, keep these practical points in mind:
Common Side Effects: You may experience mild muscle or joint aches, upset stomach, diarrhea, or cold-like symptoms (such as a sore throat or stuffy nose).
Important Muscle Warning: Contact your doctor right away if you develop severe, unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness.
Additional information
| Strengths | Avastat 10mg, Avastat 20mg |
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