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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is used in the treatment of high cholesterol. It contains Atorvastatin, which works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the arteries walls and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. Thereby, it helps prevent heart diseases such as heart attacks and strokes in the future. In some cases, you may experience allergic reactions, hyperglycaemia (excess of glucose in the bloodstream), headache, vision blurred, pain, constipation, nausea, diarrhoea, muscle spasms, joint swelling, and back pain. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

ATORVASTATIN-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Elixia Life Science

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About WELLTOR 40MG TABLET

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET helps reduce bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, LDL) and triglyceride levels, thereby reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke in the future. When the blood's cholesterol levels are out of balance (unhealthy), it can lead to high cholesterol, sometimes referred to as hyperlipidemia or dyslipidemia. High blood cholesterol causes your arteries to get smaller and become blocked, which ultimately leads to cardiac conditions like heart attacks and strokes.

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET contains rosuvastatin, which works by blocking liver enzymes, causing the liver to make less cholesterol. Thus, WELLTOR 40MG TABLET lowers the level of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when lifestyle changes (like a low-fat diet) on their own have failed. It also improves your body’s ability to remove bad cholesterol from your blood.

Not everyone who is taking WELLTOR 40MG TABLET will get these side effects. The possible side effects of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET may include myalgia (muscle pain), asthenia (fatigue), nausea, headache, abdominal pain, muscle weakness, and daytime drowsiness. Most of these side effects of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Take WELLTOR 40MG TABLET as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You can take WELLTOR 40MG TABLET with or without food. It is advised not to take more than the recommended dose of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET. Do not chew, crush, or break the medicine. It is crucial to have your lipid profile checked regularly.

Inform your physician if you are allergic to WELLTOR 40MG TABLET. Before starting the dose of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET, tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, severe lung disease, or have musculoskeletal disorders (like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis). You should avoid taking WELLTOR 40MG TABLET with immune system affecting medicine (cyclosporine) or anti-HIV medicines (lopinavir, ritonavir, or atazanavir) as it might have a serious effect.

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is only one part of a comprehensive treatment program that should include a healthy, low-fat diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction. You can normally eat while taking this medicine, but avoid high-fat foods. It is advised to avoid smoking and alcohol intake, as they can lead to other side effects.

Uses of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is used in the treatment of high cholesterol. The detailed uses of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET are as follows:

  • Cholesterol Management: WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is primarily used to lower high cholesterol levels in patients, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease.
  • Prevention of Heart Attacks and Strokes: By improving cholesterol levels, WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is beneficial in reducing the likelihood of heart attacks and strokes in individuals with existing heart conditions or risk factors.
  • Prevention of Atherosclerosis: WELLTOR 40MG TABLET aids in slowing the progression of atherosclerosis, a condition where arteries become narrowed or blocked, thereby improving overall vascular health.
  • Management of Hyperlipidemia: WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is used to treat hyperlipidemia, a condition characterised by abnormally high levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, helping to maintain lipid levels within a normal range.

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Directions for Use

  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow WELLTOR 40MG TABLET as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET taken with dietary measures helps treat high cholesterol, especially for heart patients when initial dietary measures fail to lower cholesterol.
  • It helps lower the bad cholesterol (LDL) and increases the level of good cholesterol (HDL) in the state of dyslipidaemia or hyperlipidemia.
  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is considered more effective compared to other statins.
  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET also lowers the amount of fat or cholesterol deposition (plaque) in the heart's arteries, thereby reducing the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in the future.
  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET can also be prescribed for people with a family history of raised cholesterol in coronary heart disease or long-term health conditions of type 1, type 2 diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis.

How WELLTOR 40MG TABLET Works

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET contains 'Atorvastatin' which works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body to decrease the amount of cholesterol that may build up on the arteries walls and block blood flow to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. WELLTOR 40MG TABLET helps to decrease the production of cholesterol that may build up in the blood vessels (arteries) of the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. Lowering cholesterol levels helps prevent heart diseases such as heart attacks and strokes in the future. WELLTOR 40MG TABLET can also be prescribed for people with a family history of raised cholesterol in coronary heart disease or long-term health conditions of type 1, type 2 diabetes, or rheumatoid arthritis.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is not recommended if you are allergic to it.
  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET may cause a breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. This condition usually occurs in the elderly, people with kidney disease, and poorly controlled hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
  • You should contact a doctor before if you have had an allergic reaction to WELLTOR 40MG TABLET, have a liver problem (jaundice, liver cirrhosis), or kidney problems, have severe lung disease, have a previous heart attack or stroke caused by bleeding in the brain, or have hypothyroidism.
  • Also inform your doctor if you have a muscle disorder (fibromyalgia) or damaged muscle tissue (rhabdomyolysis).
  • It is recommended that you have a liver enzyme test regularly if you are regularly taking WELLTOR 40MG TABLET.
  • Inform your doctor if you are an alcoholic, as excess alcohol intake may cause serious side effects.
  • WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 10 years of age as its safety is not established.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try aromatherapy, yoga, meditation to help relax your body and mind.
  • Try to do breathing exercises to get more oxygen.
  • Eat a healthy diet especially rich in soluble fibre like beans, legumes, whole grain, flax, apples, and citrus fruits.
  • Try to replace most of your saturated fats with unsaturated fats that can reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol quickly like avocados, olive oil, fatty fish, and nuts contain lots of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, so it’s beneficial to eat them regularly.
  • Try to adopt a Mediterranean-style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and fish, and low in red meat and most dairy.
  • Try to give priority to more fruits and veggies in your daily meal as these contain antioxidants which help to lower LDL.
  • Minimize the intake of added sugar. The American Heart Association (ADA) recommends, one should not eat more than 100 calories (25 grams) of added sugar for women and children, and no more than 150 calories (37.5 grams) for men every day.
  • American Heart Association recommends that sodium chloride (table salt) should intake not exceed more than 2,300 mg per day as part of a healthy eating pattern.
  • As a precautionary measure, do not consume alcohol and quit smoking.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTILIPEMICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Do not drink too much while taking this medicine. drinking a lot of alcohol you may more likely to get muscle and liver side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is not recommended during pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking WELLTOR 40MG TABLET.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Breastfeeding is not recommended. Contact your doctor before taking WELLTOR 40MG TABLET.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET has negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

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Liver

Caution

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is not recommended in the treatment of children below the age of 10 years.

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Heart

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is often prescribed to patients with heart problems to manage high cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular risk. However, it must be taken strictly under medical supervision, as it can affect liver and kidney function and may interact with other heart medications.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is generally safe for use in elderly patients if recommended by the physician.

FAQs

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET is used to treat high cholesterol. It helps lower the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol in the blood and increase the level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or good cholesterol.

Yes. Muscle weakness can be the long-term side effect of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET. You may have muscle fatigue or muscle pain which affects your daily activity. Try to contact the doctor if you have muscle weakness or fatigue.

No, there is no evidence that atorvastatin is addictive.

WELLTOR 40MG TABLET can raise your blood sugar a little. If you already have type 2 diabetes, please consult your doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dosage of WELLTOR 40MG TABLET.

There is no strong evidence to suggest that taking WELLTOR 40MG TABLET will reduce fertility in either men or women. However, it is advisable to consult a doctor before taking it if you're likely to get pregnant or pregnant.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No.5, 3rd Cross, Ramakrishnapuram,Subedar Chatram Road,Bangalore ? 560 009
Other Info - WEL0129

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