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Artefan Tablets 20/120 mg 24's
KSh 55.00
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Alerid Syrup 30ml
KSh 90.00
Atorvastatin 20mg Tablets 28’s
KSh 200.00
Atorvastatin, a medication categorized as an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor or statin, is commonly prescribed to decrease cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the bloodstream. By impeding the production of cholesterol in the body, Atorvastatin aids in preventing the accumulation of cholesterol on artery walls. This mechanism helps maintain unimpeded blood flow to vital organs such as the heart, brain, and other bodily tissues.
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Why You'll Love It
Atorvastatin is prescribed in conjunction with a balanced diet, weight loss, and regular exercise to mitigate the risk of heart attack and stroke, as well as to minimize the likelihood of requiring heart surgery for individuals with existing heart disease or those at risk of developing it. Additionally, it is utilized to reduce the levels of harmful substances like low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides in the bloodstream, while simultaneously increasing the levels of beneficial high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. Atorvastatin may also be administered to children and teenagers aged 10 to 17 years with familial heterozygous hypercholesterolemia to lower cholesterol and other fatty substances in their blood. The recommended dosage for adults ranges from 10mg to 80mg per day, depending on the specific indication, cholesterol levels, and concurrent medication. Typically, it is taken once daily, at any time of the day, and can be consumed with or without food.
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Potential side effects may involve pain in your bones, spine, joints, or muscles, pain and burning sensation during urination, painful urination, muscle spasms, upset stomach, difficulty sleeping, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, diarrhea, nausea, or pain in your arms or legs. Serious adverse effects include symptoms of an allergic reaction to this medication (such as hives, breathing difficulties, and swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). Atorvastatin calcium has the ability to cause muscle tissue breakdown, potentially leading to kidney failure. Notify your doctor promptly if you encounter unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if accompanied by fever, unusual tiredness, or dark urine.
