Stacor 40 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 28.00 (1 x 10: ৳ 280.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 280.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Atorvastatin calcium
Company Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Stacor 10 mg tablet Stacor 20 mg tablet

Title

Stacor 40 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Cholesterol-lowering drug
  • Statins

Description

Stacor 40 mg Tablet is a selective inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase used to reduce elevated total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, apolipoprotein B, and triglycerides levels in various diseases. It is used in conditions such as familial hypercholesterolaemia, mixed dyslipidemia, hypertriglyceridemia, dysbetalipoproteinaemia, asymptomatic or mild to moderate symptomatic coronary artery disease, and more.

Dimensions

  • Tablet size: 40 mg
  • Packaging: Bottle
  • Quantity: 30 tablets

Color options

  • White
  • Off-white

Functions

  • Reduces total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels
  • Lowers triglycerides levels
  • Reduces cardiac ischaemic events

Materials

  • Active ingredient: Atorvastatin
  • Inactive ingredients:
    • Lactose monohydrate
    • Microcrystalline cellulose
    • Croscarmellose sodium
    • Colloidal silicon dioxide
    • Magnesium stearate
    • Hypromellose
    • Titanium dioxide
    • Macrogol

Technical specifications

  • Absorption: Rapidly absorbed after oral administration
  • Bioavailability: Approximately 14%
  • Plasma protein binding: 98%
  • Metabolism: Extensively metabolized to ortho- and parahydroxylated derivatives and various beta-oxidation products
  • Elimination half life: Approximately 14 hours

Design elements

  • Logo: Company logo printed on the tablet
  • Chemical structure:
    • Molecular formula: C33H35FN2O5
    • Image url: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-92-atorvastatin-calcium-chemical-structure-vKDE8RIA4syu8MLTgdLW.svg

Usability features

  • Once-daily dosing
  • Can be taken with or without food

Interactions

  • Cyclosporine
  • Fibric acid derivatives
  • Niacin
  • Erythromycin
  • Azole antifungals
  • Antacids
  • Colestipol
  • Digoxin
  • Oral contraceptives
  • Warfarin

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to any component
  • Active liver disease or unexplained persistent elevations of serum transaminases
  • History of serious adverse reaction to prior administration of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors

Side effects

  • Constipation
  • Flatulence
  • Dyspepsia
  • Abdominal pain
  • Infection
  • Headache
  • Back pain
  • Rash
  • Asthenia
  • Arthralgia
  • Myalgia

Pregnancy lactation info

  • Pregnancy: Contraindicated; safety not established, rare reports of congenital anomalies
  • Lactation: Not recommended; excreted in rat milk, potential for serious adverse reactions

Precautions warnings

  • Liver function tests before initiation of treatment
  • Use with caution in patients who consume substantial quantities of alcohol or have a history of liver disease
  • Discontinue if markedly elevated CPK levels or myopathy occur

Special populations

  • Geriatric: Higher plasma concentrations in elderly subjects, greater degree of LDL-lowering in elderly patient population
  • Pediatric: Pharmacokinetic data not available
  • Gender: No clinically significant difference in LDL-C reduction between men and women
  • Renal insufficiency: No influence on plasma concentrations or LDL-C reduction
  • Hemodialysis: Not expected to significantly enhance clearance
  • Hepatic insufficiency: Markedly increased plasma concentrations in chronic alcoholic liver disease

Overdose effects

No specific treatment available, symptomatic and supportive measures required, monitor liver function tests and serum CK levels

Therapeutic class

Other Anti-anginal & Anti-ischaemic drugs, Statins

Storage conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat, keep out of the reach of children

Common questions

  • What is it: Selective inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase for reducing cholesterol levels and treating dyslipidemias
  • How to take: Oral administration once daily, with or without food
  • Side effects:
    • Cough
    • Muscle pain
    • Breathing difficulty
    • Running nose
  • Storage disposal instructions: Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct light, keep out of reach of children and pets
  • Is it used for lowering cholesterol: Yes, it helps in decreasing the level of lipids or fats in the blood
  • Risk of diabetes: Can slightly affect blood sugar levels, regular monitoring is important
  • Duration of use: Take for the prescribed duration, considered safe for long-term use if taken as directed
  • Impact on weight: No studies report weight loss, unusual side effect
  • Stopping the medication: Do not stop without informing the doctor, complete the full course
  • Memory loss: Very rare side effect, consult a doctor if experienced
  • Tiredness: Can cause tiredness, reason not known
  • Pediatric use: Primarily for adults, caution needed for children above 10 years
  • Blood thinning: Does not cause thinning of the blood

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