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Ctor Asp Benefits & Uses

Ctor Asp is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High Cholesterol (Read More - Home remedies for high cholesterol)
High Triglycerides
Angina
Heart Failure
Heart Attack
Stroke

Ctor Asp Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Atorvastatin (10 mg) Aspirin (75 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Atorvastatin (10 mg) Aspirin (75 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: High Cholesterol Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Atorvastatin (10 mg) Aspirin (75 mg)/Tablet

Ctor Asp Related Warnings

Is the use of Ctor Asp safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ctor Asp. If you are pregnant, do not take Ctor Asp without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Ctor Asp safe during breastfeeding?

Ctor Asp should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Ctor Asp on the Kidneys?

Ctor Asp may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ctor Asp on the Liver?

Ctor Asp may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ctor Asp on the Heart?

Side effects of Ctor Asp on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Ctor Asp with Other Drugs

Ctor Asp should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Methotrexate

Moderate

Azithromycin

Enalapril

Lisinopril

Ctor Asp Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ctor Asp unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Bleeding
Liver Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ctor Asp

Is this Ctor Asp habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ctor Asp.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Ctor Asp will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ctor Asp only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ctor Asp cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ctor Asp Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ctor Asp

Taking Ctor Asp with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ctor Asp

Consuming Ctor Asp with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ctor Asp

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Ctor Asp without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Ctor Asp is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Ctor Asp on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Ctor Asp should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Ctor Asp work?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Ctor Asp works by inhibiting an enzyme (HMG-CoA reductase) which is responsible for cholesterol synthesis in our body, its inhibition results in increased levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and decreased levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) which lowers the risk of developing heart disease and helps in preventing strokes

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Ctor Asp?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Ctor Asp is a brand name of atorvastatin which belongs to the class of drugs known as statins (dyslipidemic agents). It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of mixed dyslipidemia (high levels of lipids in the blood), hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol levels), and hypertriglyceridemia.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ctor Asp cause diarrhea?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ctor Asp has been reported to cause diarrhea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.