Atorvastatin Calcium
Atorvastatin Calcium is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor (statin) that works by reducing the amount of cholesterol produced by the liver. It is widely prescribed to manage dyslipidemia and prevent primary and secondary cardiovascular events in high-risk patients.
Dosage by Body Weight
The standard adult dosage ranges from 10 mg to 80 mg taken orally once daily, at any time of day, with or without food. Pediatric dosing (typically restricted to children 10 years of age and older with familial hypercholesterolemia) generally starts at 10 mg daily, up to a maximum of 20 mg daily.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants and toddlers of this weight.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants and toddlers of this weight.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Very rarely indicated. Use only under strict supervision of a pediatric lipid specialist for severe genetic cholesterol disorders.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Very rarely indicated. Use only under strict supervision of a pediatric lipid specialist for severe genetic cholesterol disorders.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Once daily if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Use only under strict specialist supervision for children with severe homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants and toddlers of this weight. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants and toddlers of this weight. |
| 8-10 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Very rarely indicated. Use only under strict supervision of a pediatric lipid specialist for severe genetic cholesterol disorders. |
| 11-15 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Very rarely indicated. Use only under strict supervision of a pediatric lipid specialist for severe genetic cholesterol disorders. |
| 16-20 kg | Not routine | Once daily if prescribed | Use only under strict specialist supervision for children with severe homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. |
Formulation
Purpose
To lower levels of 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the blood, while increasing levels of 'good' cholesterol (HDL), and to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular complications.
Generic Name
Atorvastatin CalciumBranded Drug Names
Atorvastatin Calcium is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.