Carvast
Features & Advantages
Atorvastatin (Carvast) is considered a first-line treatment option for dyslipidemia, as it decreases low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) and triglycerides (TG) while increasing high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), thereby reducing the risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Additionally, atorvastatin helps prevent cholesterol formation in the liver, stabilizes the blood vessel lining, fights inflammation, and reduces artery damage, making plaque less likely to rupture in the heart and lowering the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Formulation
Each tablet contains:
| Atorvastatin (as Calcium) | 20 mg |
| Atorvastatin (as Calcium) | 40 mg |
Indication
Atorvastatin (Carvast) is used to reduce LDL-Cholesterol, apolipoprotein B, and triglycerides and to increase HDL-Cholesterol in the treatment of hyperlipidemias (type IIa or IIb hyperlipoproteinemia), hypertriglyceridemia (type IV), and dysbetalipoproteinemia (type III).
Dosage & Administration
The usual initial dose is 10 mg to 20 mg once daily.
The initial dose of 40 mg daily may be used in patients who
require a large reduction in LDL-Cholesterol. The dose may be adjusted at intervals of 4 weeks up to a maximum of 80 mg daily.
Product Source:
Philippines
Availability
Alu/Alu Blister Pack x 10’s (Box of 100’s)
