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Atormac TG Tablet 10's

Atormac TG Tablet 10's

Prescription drug
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Atormac TG Tablet 10's

Atormac TG Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medicines called antilipemic (lipid-lowering medicines) primarily used in the treatment of high lipid levels (cholesterol and triglycerides levels) and prevention of heart diseases and blood vessel blockage. Hyperlipidemia or hypertriglyceridemia is a condition in which there is a high level of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) or bad cholesterol and a decreased level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol. Increased level of bad cholesterol leads to a high risk of heart attack and stroke in the future, especially in patients with heart disease. 

Atormac TG Tablet 10's is composed of two medicines, namely: Atorvastatin (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor) and Fenofibrate (fibrates). Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that blocks the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase required to make cholesterol in the body. As a result, it lowers the bad cholesterol (low-density lipoproteins or LDL), and triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (high-density lipoproteins or HDL). Fenofibrate is another lipid-lowering agent which works by increasing the natural substance (lipoprotein lipase) that breaks down fats in the bloodstream thereby increasing its utilization and removal. As a result, it decreases harmful cholesterol like LDL (bad cholesterol), and triglycerides (TG) and increases levels of HDL (good cholesterol). 

Take Atormac TG Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise how often you take Atormac TG Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience allergic reactions, hyperglycemia (excess of glucose in the bloodstream), headache, blurred vision, stomach pain, constipation, headaches, joint swelling (edema), joint pain, muscle pain, back pain, slow heart rate, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Atormac TG Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you are allergic to Atormac TG Tablet 10's or any component present in it namely atorvastatin or fenofibrate, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have hypothyroidism, drink more than 2 servings of alcohol per day, and have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia) it is advised to inform your doctor before using Atormac TG Tablet 10's. Atormac TG Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below  12 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you experience yellowing of the skin (Jaundice), allergic reaction, cramps, or muscle weakness then immediately contact your doctor.

Uses of Atormac TG Tablet 10's

Treatment of high lipid levels and reduce the risk of heart diseases.

Medicinal Benefits

Atormac TG Tablet 10's taken with dietary measures helps in the treatment of high cholesterol and prevention of life-threatening conditions to the heart, especially for heart patients when initial dietary measures fail to lower cholesterol. It helps in lowering the bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases the level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the state of dyslipidemia or hyperlipidemia. Atormac TG Tablet 10's also lowers the amount of fat or cholesterol deposition (plaque) in the arteries of the heart thereby reducing the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in the future.

Directions for Use

Take Atormac TG Tablet 10's with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, chew or crush it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Atormac TG Tablet 10's

  • Muscle pain
  • Muscle weakness
  • Joint pain
  • Back pain
  • Stuffy/runny nose or nose bleeds
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Allergic reactions
  • Hyperglycaemia (excess of glucose in the bloodstream)
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea

Drug Warnings

A patient should consult a doctor before taking Atormac TG Tablet 10's if a patient has had a previous stroke with bleeding into the brain or have small pockets of fluid in the brain from previous strokes, or has kidney problems. has under-active thyroid gland (hypothyroidism), has repeated or unexplained muscle aches or pains, has a personal history or family history of muscle problems, has previous muscular problems during treatment with other lipid-lowering medicines (e.g. other ‘-statin’ or ‘-fibrate’ medicines),  drinks a large amount of alcohol, has a history of liver disease, is older than 70 years,  has diabetes, especially Type 2 diabetes, that is not well controlled or has problems with certain proteins in your blood.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interaction: Atormac TG Tablet 10's interacts with oral anticoagulants (coumarin, warfarin), anti gout medicines (colchicine),antibiotics (like cephalexin, tetracycline, gentamicin), antifungals (like miconazole, fluconazole, and ketoconazole), HIV medicines (like abacavir, retrovir, and tenofovir), hepatitis C medicines (like ribavirin, elbasvir), contraceptive pills, anti-arthritis pills (cyclosporin) and other fibrates (clofibrate, gemfibrozil, ezetimibe). 

Drug-Food interaction: Avoid Atormac TG Tablet 10's with food items containing grape juice as well as fatty products. 

Drug-Disease interaction: Atormac TG Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with liver disease (jaundice), kidney disease, lung disease, gall bladder stone, pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), and muscle problems (myasthenia gravis, rhabdomyolysis). 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TETRACYCLINE
  • GENTAMICIN
  • MICONAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • VERAPAMIL
  • DILTIAZEM

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking.
  • It is best to limit or avoid alcoholic drinks while you are taking this medicine.
  • Using this medicine with alcohol can lead to additive side effects such as increased drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you are drinking alcohol-containing beverages.
  • If you notice slurred speech, confusion, severe weakness or difficulty breathing, contact your health care provider immediately.
  • Try aromatherapy, yoga, and meditation to help relax your body and mind.
  • Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.
  • Eat a healthy diet especially rich in soluble fibers like beans, legumes, whole grains, flax, apples, and citrus fruits.
  • Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in a short period. Foods like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.
  • Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, and lower the consumption of red meat.
  • Try to give priority to more fruits and veggies in your daily meal as these contain antioxidants that help to lower LDL.

Disease/Condition Glossary

The cholesterol in blood comes from two sources: the foods you eat and the liver. The liver makes all the cholesterol that is essential for healthy cell membranes, brain functioning, hormone production, and vitamin storage. Excess cholesterol is bad for health. There are two types of cholesterol namely 'bad cholesterol' and 'good cholesterol. Bad cholesterol comprises low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglycerides (TG) while good cholesterol consists of high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Usually, there are no specific symptoms of raised or high levels of cholesterol but a large deposition of cholesterol in the arteries (plaque) of the heart. Blocked artery or plaque formation in the arteries of the heart can lead to chest pain, heart attack, or stroke. 

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid drinking alcohol with Atormac TG Tablet 10's. It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Strictly prohibited as the drug is contraindicated in pregnant women since the safety in pregnant women has not been established .If the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, therapy should be discontinued and the patient should be apprised of the potential harm to the fetus.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

As limited data is available on use of Atormac TG Tablet 10's in breastfeeding mothers. It is strongly advise to consult a doctor before taking this drug.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Absolutely safe to use while driving as no effect on motor coordination & state of mind has been reported. However,do not drive if this medicine affects your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Caution is to be taken as Atormac TG Tablet 10's and liver interactions have been reported and should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease, consult a doctor before taking this drug is mandatory.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

No serious interaction between Atormac TG Tablet 10's and kidney has been reported. A patient is advised to consult a doctor as fenofibrate can affect kidney functioning.

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Children

Caution

Not recommended in children. Consult a doctor before taking this drug.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
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FAQs

Take the missed dose as soon as possible or skip to the next dose if it's been too late. Never try to take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Strictly no, a patient is advised to take proper healthy diet free of oily and fatty products recommended by doctor for the best results of this medication.
As such no harmful interaction has been reported yet doctors consultation is advised.
This drug is primarily used to lower high levels of fatty acids in blood & to use it for weightloss is only done on doctors recommendation after he/she thoroughly checks the state of patient.
Certain antibiotics like erythromycin and clarithromycin interacts with Atormac TG Tablet 10's and hence should not be used simultaneously with Atormac TG Tablet 10's,unless consulted & recommended by a doctor.

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