Caditor EZ 20 mg Tablet

Uses of Caditor EZ 20 mg Tablet

Atorvastatin is a member of the drug class known as statins, which are used primarily as a lipid-lowering agent . Atorvastatin uses include treatment of dyslipidemia and the prevention of cardiovascular disease . Atorvasatin reduces level of cholestrol , HDL and triglycerides which are responsible for cardio-vascular disorders. EZETIMIBE a lipid-lowering agent, prescribed for hypercholesterolemia.EZETIMIBE reduces absorption of cholesterol in the intestine.

Side Effects of Caditor EZ 20 mg Tablet

Headache, flatulence, dyspepsia, myalgia, rash, pruritus, allergy and infection. Abdominal discomfort, asthenia, constipation, diarrhoea, back pain, arthralgia, resp infection and fatigue.

Drug Interactions

Atorvastatin: Increases digoxin levels; increases anticoagulant effect of warfarin. Avoid the combination of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors and fibrates. Ezetimibe: Cholestyramine decreases AUC of ezetimibe by approx 55%; ciclosporin may increase ezetimibe levels. Potentially Fatal: Antacids decrease atorvastatin levels; colestipol decreases atorvastatin plasma levels; propranolol decreases antihyperlipidaemic activity of atorvastatin.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity; active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevated liver function tests. Pregnancy and lactation.

Mechanism of Action

Atorvastatin competitively inhibits HMG-CoA reductase, the enzyme that catalyses the conversion of HMG-CoA to mevalonate which is an early rate-limiting step in cholesterol biosynthesis. Ezetimibe inhibits the absorption of cholesterol from the intestine, thus decreasing the delivery of intestinal cholesterol to the liver.

Special Precautions

Hepatic impairment; patients consuming substantial quantities of alcohol with a history of liver disease. Not recommended for use in children <10 yr.

How to Use

Take orally with food and water, as directed by your physician.

How to Store

Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Safety Concerns

• Alcohol: Avoid during treatment.
• Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
• Pregnancy: Contraindicated.
• Liver/Kidney: Use with caution.

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