Atorvastatin 20mg
Generic For: Lipitor
Atorvastatin 20mg (the generic form of Lipitor) is a statin that lowers LDL "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides while raising HDL "good" cholesterol. It is prescribed to treat high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with cardiovascular risk factors. After a licensed provider reviews your health information and confirms it's appropriate, your prescription ships directly from a licensed U.S. pharmacy.
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A statin medication for high cholesterol, high triglycerides, and lowering the risk of heart attack and stroke
Atorvastatin 20mg Quick Facts
| Drug class | HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin) |
|---|---|
| Treats | High cholesterol, high triglycerides, heart attack and stroke risk reduction |
| Form | Tablet |
| Typical dosing | Take 1 tablet by mouth daily at bedtime. |
| Prescription required | Yes — prescription only |
What Is Atorvastatin 20mg?
Atorvastatin is a prescription statin medication and the generic version of the brand-name drug Lipitor. It works by blocking an enzyme your liver uses to make cholesterol, which lowers LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Doctors prescribe it alongside diet and exercise to treat high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain heart procedures in people at elevated cardiovascular risk. It is taken as a once-daily tablet, and many patients ask how much atorvastatin costs without insurance — as a widely available generic, it is typically one of the more affordable cholesterol medications.
What Does Atorvastatin 20mg Treat?
High LDL cholesterol (primary hyperlipidemia)
Reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke
High triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia)
Mixed dyslipidemia
Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
Homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia
Primary dysbetalipoproteinemia
Atorvastatin 20mg Dosage
Take 1 tablet (20 mg) by mouth once daily, with or without food.
Usual starting dose: 10–20 mg once daily; range 10–80 mg once daily.
Dose adjusted based on lipid levels per your prescriber.
Your prescriber will determine the dose and duration that are right for you. Always follow the directions on your prescription label.
Atorvastatin 20mg Side Effects
Common side effects
- Muscle aches or joint pain
- Diarrhea
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Cold-like symptoms (nasopharyngitis)
- Urinary tract infection
- Pain in arms or legs
- Insomnia
Serious side effects
Stop taking this medication and seek medical attention right away if you experience:
- Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness (possible myopathy/rhabdomyolysis)
- Dark urine or decreased urination
- Yellowing of skin or eyes, or severe fatigue (liver problems)
- Severe allergic reaction (swelling of face, lips, or throat; trouble breathing)
- Significantly elevated blood sugar
- Memory problems or confusion
Warnings & Interactions
Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
Do not use with active liver disease or unexplained elevated liver enzymes
Avoid drinking large amounts of grapefruit juice
Risk of muscle injury increases with certain drugs (e.g., cyclosporine, gemfibrozil, some antifungals and antibiotics)
May raise blood sugar; monitoring advised in patients with or at risk for diabetes
Tell your provider about all medications, including HIV/HCV protease inhibitors
Limit alcohol use, which can increase the risk of liver problems
Tell your prescriber about all medications, supplements, and health conditions before starting atorvastatin 20mg.
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