What is atorvastatin 20mg used to treat?
Atorvastatin is used together with a proper diet to lower cholesterol and triglyceride (fats) levels in the blood. This medicine may help prevent medical problems (eg, chest pain, heart attack, or stroke) that are caused by fats clogging the blood vessels.
What foods should be avoided when taking atorvastatin?
Avoid eating foods high in fat or cholesterol, or atorvastatin will not be as effective. Grapefruit may interact with atorvastatin and cause side effects. Avoid consuming grapefruit products and drinking more than 1.2 liters of grapefruit juice each day. Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of liver damage.
What is the most serious side effect of atorvastatin?
Serious side effects. Stop taking atorvastatin and call a doctor or call 111 straight away if: you get unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, weakness or cramps – these can be signs of muscle breakdown and kidney damage.
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