Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that treat high blood pressure and also associated with high cholesterol levels. Lowering blood pressure helps in preventing future heart attacks and strokes.

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet is combination of antihypertensive and lipid lowering medicines.

Uses of Atocor R Tablet

High blood pressure with high cholesterol

Benefits of Atocor R Tablet

In High blood pressure with high cholesterol

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also effectively reduces the high cholesterol levels in your body. Lowering the amount of cholesterol reduces the chances of heart diseases and managing the blood pressure reduces the risk of having a stroke, heart attack or kidney problems in future. This helps you remain healthier for longer. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Keep taking it even if you feel well.

Side effects of Atocor R Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Atocor R

Nausea
Taste change
Stomach pain
Headache
Dizziness
Weakness
Cough
Muscle pain
Increased potassium level in blood
Increased glucose level in blood
Decreased blood pressure
Increased liver enzymes

How to use Atocor R Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Atocor R Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet

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Quick tips

Atocor R Tablet

Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet treats high blood pressure that is also associated with high cholesterol levels.
It also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if you have fever, a sick feeling or dark urine.
Inform you doctor about any dizziness, cough, or throat irritation that doesn't go away.
Do not take Atocor R 5mg/10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

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Patient concerns

High blood pressure and cholesterol

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Guggul 2 tab twice,arjunarisht 20 ml twice. Also monotor BP

High blood pressure and cholesterol

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

Hi Kindly share your doctor opinion

High Sugar, high blood pressure

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Need to proper investigate and examine. So plz consult doctor nearby.or you can consult me at snergy multiple speciality clinic RD CITY ,BALJEET COMPLEX NEAR SRS MARKET SECTOR 52 gurgaon 9XXXXXX .Advice to maintain calories intake as per weight ,regular walk or aerobic exercises ,on time take your medicines and once a month visit your diabetologist for routine examination and investigations. Will definitely controlled your sugar and u can live healthy life.

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