Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet
Salt Composition:Aspirin 150mg + Atorvastatin 10mg
Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to prevent heart attack and stroke. It lowers the "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises the "good" cholesterol (HDL) levels in the body. Moreover, it also decreases the formation of blood clots. Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. 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 a low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine to work better. Abdominal pain, indigestion, and constipation are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine increases your risk of bleeding, so it is important to be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports (e.g., football, wrestling). Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of the skin, muscle pain, or dark urine. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or you are suffering from a bleeding disorder. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. 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: 17-04-2025
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Quick Summary
Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to prevent heart attack and stroke. It lowers the "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises the "good" cholesterol (HDL) levels in the body. Moreover, it also decreases the formation of blood clots. Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. 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 a low-fat diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medicine to work better. Abdominal pain, indigestion, and constipation are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine increases your risk of bleeding, so it is important to be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports (e.g., football, wrestling). Let your doctor know if you notice yellowing of the skin, muscle pain, or dark urine. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or you are suffering from a bleeding disorder. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. 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 Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet
Treatment of Prevention of heart attack and stroke
In Treatment of Prevention of heart attack and stroke Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to prevent heart attack. It contains Atorvastatin that works by reducing the amount of ?bad? cholesterol (LDL) and raising the amount of ?good? cholesterol (HDL) in your blood. High levels of cholesterol can cause your blood vessels to narrow (atherosclerosis). Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and stroke and helps you remain healthier for longer. Besides, it also contains a blood thinner, Aspirin, that prevents the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. 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 Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg 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. ["Constipation, Flatulence, Increased liver enzymes, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Reye's syndrome like symptoms"]
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. Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Atorvastatin and Aspirin, which prevents heart attack and stroke. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that blocks an enzyme required in the body to make cholesterol. It lowers the "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises the "good" cholesterol (HDL). Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-platelet action. It prevents the platelets from sticking together and decreases the formation of harmful blood clots.
Alcohol
UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE - Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE - Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION - Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION - Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What If You Forget to take Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Mactor ASP 10mg/150mg 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
Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
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