Uses of Aspirin+Atorvastatin

The combination of Aspirin+Atorvastatin is used to control hyperlipidemia (high blood lipid levels) and prevents blood clot formation within the body. It also improves blood circulation across the body which helps in reducing the risk of heart problems in the long run.

Therapeutic Category

Aspirin: Antiplatelet agent

Atorvastatin: Antihyperlipidemic agent

How Aspirin+Atorvastatin works

Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug with antiplatelet effects. It prevents the clumping of platelets (a type of blood cells that causes blood clot) in the blood vessels and improves blood flow in the body.

Atorvastatin is an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. It reduces the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides in the body. Together, they act together to reduces clot or plaque formation in the blood vessels and improves blood flow to all parts of body.

Common side effects of Aspirin+Atorvastatin

• indigestion, stomach pain
• constipation, flatulence
• headache
• nausea, vomiting
• muscle pain or spasms, joint pain or swelling, back pain
• increased liver or kidney enzymes in the blood
• increased blood sugar levels

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• Excessive bleeding even after minor cuts, wounds or scrapes
• bloody urine, blood vomits, bloody stools, unusual bleeding or bruising under the skin, nasal bleeds, bleeding in the eye
• muscle weakness, tenderness or pain with fever and tiredness (signs of rhabdomyolysis)
• fever, signs of infection and extreme tiredness
• signs of liver problems (such as jaundice (yellowing of the skin and/or eyes) with or without bleeding which appears under the skin as red pinpoint dots, and/or confusion)
• breathing difficulty with cough and tiredness, fever, weight loss

Health Tips for Aspirin+Atorvastatin

• Aspirin + Atorvastatin can be taken with or without meals. Strictly follow the dosing schedule as advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor
• Along with the treatment, follow low-fat and low sugar diet as advised by your doctor to achieve better results
• Aspirin + Atorvastatin may make you bleed more easily even after minor cuts or injuries, and so be cautions while you perform even minor activities that involves risk of cuts or injuries (like shaving, playing, or handling sharp objects)
• Aspirin + Atorvastatin may also increase your blood sugar levels. Therefore, avoid eating sweets, candies, cakes, pastries etc. and regularly check your blood sugar levels
• Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, heart or stomach problems.  You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, family history of muscle disorders or if you are scheduled for any upcoming surgery
• Aspirin + Atorvastatin is not suitable for use in patients who have problems in blood clotting and in patients who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding