INTRODUCTION ABOUT AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET

AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET is a combination of Atorvastatin and Ezetimibe which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-hyperlipidemic agents. It is used for the management of patients with primary hypercholesterolemia (high amounts of cholesterol in the blood). It is used along with a proper diet to lower bad cholesterol and fats (LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood.

High cholesterol is when you have too much of a fatty substance called cholesterol in your blood. Cholesterol is a type of fat (or lipid) in the blood. Having high levels of fats in the blood can lead to serious health problems such as heart disease.

Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, and liver function is recommended while taking this AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET.

Before taking AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or heart problems or high blood pressure.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

The most common side effects of taking AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET are joint pain, diarrhoea, tendon problems, memory loss, confusion, depression, muscle and body pain. Contact your doctor if any of the above symptoms worsen.

USES OF AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET

• Used along with a proper diet to help lower bad cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the blood

HOW AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET WORKS

AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET is a combination of Atorvastatin and Ezetimibe where Atorvastatin works by managing your body from making bad cholesterol (LDL) while raising good cholesterol (HDL) levels. Ezetimibe works by managing absorption of cholesterol from the intestines. Together, they provide better reduction of cholesterol in your body.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhoea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid taking any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• cholestyramine, colestipol, gemfibrozil (used to manage cholesterol)
• daptomycin,telithromycin (used to manage infections)
• medicines used for birth control
• medicines used to manage heart failure
• ritonavir (used to manage HIV or AIDS)
• glecaprevir, pibrentasvir, telaprevir (used to manage hepatitis C)
• medicines used to manage gout
• cyclosporine (used to manage organ rejection)

B. Drug - Food interaction:

Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice or red yeast rice while taking AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep AZTOR EZ 10MG TABLET out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature