₨ 2,300.00
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Lipitor 40mg imported
- Generic Name: Atorvastatin
- Manufactured by : Viatris
- Drug Strength : 40mg
- Pack Size : 30
- Product SKU : imp_076
Lipitor 40mg contains Atorvastatin and is now available in Pakistan. The price of Lipitor 40mg is Rs.2300 as of 1st January 2025 it can be purchased online from MedicalStore.com.pk. The prices are updated regularly on this page.
Alternate brands of Lipitor 40mg imported
| Brand Name | Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| Lipitor 10mg imported | ₨ 1,800.00 | You can save 500 |
| Zepitor tablet 10 mg 10’s | ₨ 200.00 | You can save 2100 |
| Zepitor tablet 20 mg 10’s | ₨ 390.00 | You can save 1910 |
| Xtor tablet 10 mg 10’s | ₨ 250.00 | You can save 2050 |
| Xtor tablet 40 mg 10’s | ₨ 762.00 | You can save 1538 |
Liptor 40mg (Atorvastatin) is used along with a proper diet to help lower “bad” cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise “good” cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. It belongs to a group of drugs known as “statins.” It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering “bad” cholesterol and triglycerides and raising “good” cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
Liptor 40mg contains Atorvastatin which is now available in Pakistan. The price of Liptor 40mg is Rs. 2300 as of 1st January 2025. The prices are updated regularly on this page.
How it works
Lipitor 40mg imported is a drug that acts on an enzyme responsible for the production of cholesterol in the blood. Thus, the level of cholesterol produced in the blood gets reduced over time.
Uses of Lipitor 40mg imported
What is it prescribed for?
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Primary Hypercholesterolemia (high levels of cholesterol in the blood)
Lipitor 40mg imported is used in the lowering of abnormally high levels of lipids in the blood.
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Mixed Dyslipidemia
Lipitor 40mg imported is used to reduce high levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood (main constituents of body fat in humans and other animals, as well as vegetable fat). It also increases the levels of high density cholesterol.
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Hypertriglyceridemia
Lipitor 40mg imported is used in the lowering of triglycerides in the blood.
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Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Lipitor 40mg imported is also used in the management of blood cholesterol and lipid levels in cases where the condition is inherited.
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Prevention of cardiovascular diseases
Lipitor 40mg imported is used in the prevention of stroke and heart attack if you are at risk due to conditions like Diabetes, Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease etc. It is also used in people who don't have an active disease but are exposed to multiple risk factors like smoking, age, family history of occurrence etc.
When not to use?
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Liver disease
Lipitor 40mg imported is not recommended for use in patients with active liver disease indicated by high levels of Transaminase in the body.
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Allergy
Lipitor 40mg imported is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of allergy to this medicine.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in women who are or may become pregnant.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding due to a risk of severe adverse effect to the infant.
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Cognitive impairment
Lipitor 40mg imported may cause forgetfulness, memory loss, and confusion in some patients. These symptoms usually disappear gradually once the use of the medicine is discontinued.
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Increase in blood sugar levels
Lipitor 40mg imported may cause an increase in the blood glucose levels along with an increase in the Glycated Hemoglobin levels. It is recommended to closely monitor the blood glucose levels. Appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
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Muscle degradation in elderly
Lipitor 40mg imported may cause muscle breakdown along with symptoms such as severe tiredness and weakness, especially in the elderly patients. Close monitoring of clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Heavy alcohol consumption
Lipitor 40mg imported may cause liver and kidney related problems if you consume alcohol very frequently in large quantities while on treatment with this medicine.
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Liver impairment
Lipitor 40mg imported may cause moderate to severe liver impairment. The risk of fatal liver failure is very high in patients with an active liver disease.
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Rhabdomyolysis
Lipitor 40mg imported may cause a fatal condition where the muscles in the body are degraded and substances are released into the blood which could damage the kidneys as well.
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Stroke
Lipitor 40mg imported may cause damaging side effects if you have had a stroke in recent times or are recovering from it. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered in such cases under your doctor's supervision.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dosage then the missed dose can be skipped.
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Overdose
It is recommended to discontinue the medication and contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
General Instructions
Lipitor 40mg imported should be taken as instructed by the doctor. It can be taken with or without food. The quantity consumed should not be more or less than prescribed and the duration should be as instructed by the doctor. Any instance of side effect should be reported to the doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Lipitor 40mg imported. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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