Atorkav-SP Capsule is a combination drug of blood-thinning agents and cholesterol-lowering agents, primarily taken for the prevention of heart attack and stroke. It also lowers the raised level of bad cholesterol (especially those who are at high risk of heart diseases). A heart attack generally refers to a blocked flow of blood to the heart due to the blockage of arteries. The blockage is most often a build-up of fat, cholesterol and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries).

Atorkav-SP Capsule is composed of two medicines namely: Atorvastatin and Aspirin. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication which blocks the enzyme required to make cholesterol in the body. It reduces the bad cholesterol (also known as low-density lipoproteins or LDL), and triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (also known as high-density lipoproteins or HDL). Aspirin is a blood thinner or anti-platelet (anticoagulant) that collectively prevent the formation of clot in the blood vessels. Together Atorkav-SP Capsule help to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and heart-related chest pain (angina). Additionally, it is also given to the patients who had a recent heart bypass surgery (CABG) to control the level of cholesterol and prevent blood clots.

Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience headache, ankle swelling (oedema), dark urine, muscle weakness, slow heart rate, dizziness, and nausea. Most of these side effects of Atorkav-SP Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping Atorkav-SP Capsule abruptly may worsen your condition and increase your risk of future heart attack. Let your doctor know if are sensitive to atorvastatin, or aspirin, have any active liver disease, active bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer, brain haemorrhage), muscle problems (myopathy, rhabdomyolysis), are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients should inform the doctor that they are taking Atorkav-SP Capsule before any surgery is scheduled or any new medicine is taken. Atorvastatin present in Atorkav-SP Capsule is a pregnancy category X drug so it is contraindicated in pregnant women. As it may cause harm to the fetus if administered to a pregnant woman. Inform your doctor that you are taking Atorkav-SP Capsule if you are going to have any surgery.

Atorkav-SP Capsule is composed of two medicines: Atorvastatin and Aspirin. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication and it blocks the enzyme required to make cholesterol in the body. It reduces the bad cholesterol (low density lipoproteins or LDL), triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (high density lipoproteins or HDL). Besides this, Aspirin prevents the formation of clot in the blood vessels. Together Atorkav-SP Capsule prevents risk of any heart attack or stroke in future.

Let your doctor know if you are highly sensitive to atorvastatin, or aspirin, have any active liver disease, active bleeding issues (like peptic ulcer, brain haemorrhage), pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. The patient should inform the doctor that they are taking Atorkav-SP Capsule before any surgery is scheduled or any new medicine is taken. Atorvastatin present in Atorkav-SP Capsule is a pregnancy category X drug so it is contraindicated in pregnant women. Atorkav-SP Capsule contains Atorvastatin which can cause muscle problems like myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. So, any signs of muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, during the initial months of the treatment should be closely monitored. Safety and effectiveness of Atorkav-SP Capsule have not been established, so its use should be avoided in paediatric patients or children less than 12 years of age. Abrupt discontinuation of Atorkav-SP Capsule may lead to the occurrence of cardiovascular events like heart attack, stroke, and angina (heart-related chest pain). Hence, you should consult a doctor before stopping the dose of Atorkav-SP Capsule .