Lipitor 80mg Tablets contain atorvastatin calcium, an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin) that reduces cholesterol production in the liver. It lowers LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and triglycerides while helping to increase HDL (“good”) cholesterol.
The 80 mg strength is generally prescribed for patients who require intensive lipid-lowering therapy, including those with severe hypercholesterolaemia or established cardiovascular disease who need substantial LDL cholesterol reduction. Treatment should be used alongside a cholesterol-lowering diet, regular exercise, and other lifestyle measures.
Dose selection should be individualised according to the patient’s cardiovascular risk, lipid profile, and treatment goals, with regular monitoring by a healthcare professional
Active Ingredients
- Atorvastatin 80 mg (as atorvastatin calcium)
How to Take
- Take one tablet once daily at night or exactly as prescribed.
- May be taken with or without food.
- Continue following a cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.
- Swallow the tablet whole with water.
Precautions
- Prescription-only medicine.
- Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Inform your healthcare provider if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or unexplained muscle pain.
- Seek medical advice promptly if you develop persistent muscle pain, weakness, or dark-coloured urine.
- Liver function and lipid levels may require periodic monitoring.
