Atorva
Atorva contains Atorvastatin, which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors). It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the walls of the arteries and block blood flow.
Dosage by Body Weight
The standard starting dosage for adults is 10 mg to 20 mg once daily, taken with or without food. The dose may be adjusted by a doctor every 2 to 4 weeks depending on blood lipid levels, up to a maximum of 80 mg once daily. It should be taken at the same time every day.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Not indicated for infants and young toddlers.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Not indicated for infants and young toddlers.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Atorvastatin is typically only prescribed to pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Use only under strict specialist supervision for pediatric patients with severe genetic lipid disorders.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients in this weight range. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Not indicated for infants and young toddlers. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Not indicated for infants and young toddlers. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Atorvastatin is typically only prescribed to pediatric patients aged 10 years and older with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Use only under strict specialist supervision for pediatric patients with severe genetic lipid disorders. |
Formulation
Purpose
Atorva is primarily used to lower blood cholesterol levels (LDL and triglycerides) and raise 'good' cholesterol (HDL). It is also prescribed to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications in patients with risk factors such as diabetes or coronary heart disease.
Generic Name
AtorvastatinScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.