Uses of Sanlitor

Salitor is indicated in the treatment of primary betalipoproteinemia, in combination with other therapies in the treatment of elevated total cholesterol, increased Apolipoprotein B, hypertriglyceridemia, etc. Note when using Sanlitor through the article below.

1. Uses of Sanlitor

Sanlitor contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin 10mg in the form of film-coated tablets. Sanlitor is indicated in the following cases:
Support for diet to help reduce Total Cholesterol, Apolipoprotein B, LDL - cholesterol and increase HDL - cholesterol in patients with primary hypercholesterolemia and dyslipidemia mixed blood; Treatment of disorders Beta - Lipoprotein primary blood type III; Adjuvant therapy with other measures to reduce total blood cholesterol and LDL - blood cholesterol in patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.

2. Mechanism of action

Atorvastatin is a cholesterol-lowering drug that acts by inhibiting cholesterol production in the liver through inhibition of the cholesterol-producing enzyme HMG CoA reductase. Atorvastatin reduces levels of total cholesterol, LDL - cholesterol, thereby helping to slow the progression of cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease ...

3. Dosage of the drug Sanlitor

Use of Sanlitor in the treatment of hypercholesterolemia. Sanlitor is administered orally at the following recommended dosages:
Treatment of dyslipidemia, hypercholesterolemia with or without heterozygous familial factors: 10mg/time/day, dose may be customized Adjustment depends on the patient's condition, usually from 10 to 80mg/day; Treatment of hypercholesterolemia with homozygous familial factors: The recommended dose is 10 - 80mg/day in combination with diet. Patients should note that the dose of Sanlitor shown above is for reference only. Patients need to use the drug exactly as prescribed by the doctor based on the disease condition and ability to respond to the drug.

4. Sanlitor side effects

Sanlitor can cause some unwanted effects as follows:
Flatulence, digestive disorders, constipation and abdominal pain; Muscle weakness, itching, dry skin and nervousness. Usually, side effects go away when Sanlitor is stopped. Patients should inform their doctor if they experience any side effects during treatment with Sanlitor.

5. Note when using

Contraindicated to use Sanlitor in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to Atorvastatin or any of its ingredients; People with advanced liver disease have persistent elevations of liver enzymes; Pregnant women; Women are breastfeeding. Use caution when using Sanlitor in patients who drink a lot of alcohol. During treatment with Atorvastatin, patients should have their liver function checked periodically, re-examined immediately if symptoms of pain, muscle weakness or unexplained muscle tension, accompanied by fatigue or fever.
Store Sanlitor at room temperature, away from direct sunlight or high humidity.

6. Drug interactions

The risk of rhabdomyolysis is increased when Sanlitor is used in combination with Cyclosporin, Niacin, Fibric Acid derivatives, the antifungals Azole and Erythromycin. Atorvastatin plasma concentrations are decreased when co-administered with antacids. Drug interactions occur that increase the risk of having an effect and reduce the therapeutic effect of Sanlitor. Therefore, to ensure safety and effectiveness in treatment, patients need to inform their doctors about the drugs and foods they are using before taking Sanlitor.
Above is all information about Sanlitor, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Note, Sanlitor is a prescription drug, patients absolutely cannot buy drugs and treat them at home because they may experience unwanted side effects.

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