Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin belongs to a class of drugs known as statins. It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver and helps prevent heart disease and stroke.

Dosage by Body Weight

Atorvastatin is not an infant weight-based medicine in WHO child dosing charts and should only be used under specialist supervision when indicated. No routine infant body-weight table is provided.

Body Weight
Infants and young children
Dose
Not routinely recommended
Frequency
Specialist-directed only
Tracking Notes
Use only for clearly diagnosed lipid disorders under medical supervision.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Atorvastatin, including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
Infants and young children	Not routinely recommended	Specialist-directed only	Use only for clearly diagnosed lipid disorders under medical supervision.

Formulation

Tablet

Purpose

Cholesterol lowering medication. Used to reduce LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, and to increase HDL cholesterol.

Generic Name

Atorvastatin Calcium

Branded Drug Names

Atorvastatin 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.

Alternatives

Simvastatin Rosuvastatin Pravastatin

Safety Advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol can increase the risk of liver-related side effects while taking atorvastatin. Limit alcohol and discuss regular use with your healthcare provider.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Atorvastatin is not recommended during pregnancy because cholesterol-lowering therapy may affect fetal development. Stop only under medical guidance.

Breast Feeding

UNSAFE

Atorvastatin is generally not recommended while breastfeeding because of potential effects on the infant's lipid metabolism.

Driving

SAFE

Atorvastatin usually does not impair driving. Avoid driving if you experience dizziness, weakness, or unusual muscle symptoms.

Liver

CAUTION

Atorvastatin is processed by the liver and may increase liver enzymes. Liver disease or unexplained abnormal liver tests require medical review.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Atorvastatin is usually safe in kidney disease, but kidney problems can occur if severe muscle breakdown develops. Report unexplained muscle pain promptly.