ATORVASTATIN (Lipitor®) blocks the body's ability to make cholesterol. Atorvastatin can help lower blood cholesterol for patients who are at risk of getting heart disease or a stroke. It is only for patients whose cholesterol level is not controlled by diet. It is not a cure. Generic atorvastatin tablets are not yet available.
Special precaution
Tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions:
an alcohol problem
any hormone disorder (such as diabetes, under-active thyroid)
blood salt imbalance
infection
kidney disease
liver disease
low blood pressure
muscle disorder or condition
recent surgery
seizures (convulsions)
severe injury
an unusual or allergic reaction to atorvastatin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Sortis 10mg Side effects
Those usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
diarrhea
gas
headache
joint pain
nausea, vomiting
stomach upset or pain
tiredness
Tell your prescriber or health care professional as soon as you can if you get any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever and tiredness.
