Atherochek 5 Tablet
Salt Composition:Atorvastatin 5mg + Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) 5000mcg + Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 500mcg + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) 10mg
Atherochek 5 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of high cholesterol. It prevents your body from making bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol. It also provides essential nutrients. Atherochek 5 Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better. Joint pain, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, and muscle pain are some common side effects of this medicine. Inform your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness associated with fever. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin, muscle pain or dark urine. You may be asked regular monitoring of liver function and blood sugar level while taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Last updated on: 28-10-2023
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Quick Summary
Atherochek 5 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of high cholesterol. It prevents your body from making bad cholesterol and raises the levels of good cholesterol. It also provides essential nutrients. Atherochek 5 Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better. Joint pain, nausea, stomach pain, constipation, and muscle pain are some common side effects of this medicine. Inform your doctor if you experience muscle pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness associated with fever. Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of skin, muscle pain or dark urine. You may be asked regular monitoring of liver function and blood sugar level while taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Benefits of Atherochek 5 Tablet
High cholesterol
In High cholesterol Atherochek 5 Tablet effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. It also contains nutritional supplements that are essential for improving your overall health. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Side Effects of Atherochek 5 Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Increased liver enzymes, Nausea, Upset stomach, Diarrhea, Muscle pain']
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atherochek 5 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Atherochek 5 Tablet is a combination of five medicines: Atorvastatin, Methylcobalamin, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Folic Acid. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medicine which works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL). Methylcobalamin, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Folic Acid provide essential nutrients.
Alcohol
UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Atherochek 5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE - Atherochek 5 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Atherochek 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE - Atherochek 5 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Atherochek 5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Atherochek 5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Atherochek 5 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Atherochek 5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What If You Forget to take Atherochek 5 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Atherochek 5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage Advice
Store below 30°C
Manufacturer Address
Indoco Remedies Limited, Indoco House, 166 CST Road, Santacruz (E), Mumbai 400 098, INDIA
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