ATCHOL ASP CAP

Overview

ATCHOL ASP CAP is a Schedule H drug.

ATCHOL ASP CAP is composed of: ASPIRIN (75 MG), ATORVASTATIN (10 MG)

Aspirin is used to treat pain, reduce fever and inflammation. It also acts as antiplatelet (antithrombotic) agent in low doses to prevent heart attack, strokes and angina ( chest pain).

Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is a member of the drug class known as statins. It is used for lowering cholesterol. Atorvastatin is a competitive inhibitor of hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase.Atorvastatin acts primarily in the liver.  Decreased hepatic cholesterol levels increases hepatic uptake of cholesterol and reduces plasma cholesterol levels.Atorvastatin is used to treat high cholesterol, and to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications in people with type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.

Usage

ASPIRIN can address symptoms like: Fever

ATORVASTATIN is generally used to treat: High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Coronary Artery Disease, Diabetes Type 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ATCHOL ASP CAP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for ATCHOL ASP CAP and its Constituents

Aspirin should be avoided if your allergic to it, or if you have any bleeding disorder (hemophilia).
Consult your Doctor or Pharmacist if you have any asthma, seasonal allergies, stomach ulcers,  impaired renal or hepatic disorders, bleeding or blood clotting disorder, gout, heart disease, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of Crohn’s disease, bruising, heart, liver or kidney disease, gastrointestinal disease, blood clotting problems, systemic lupus erythematosus, elderly, during pregnancy, alcohol-dependent patients, and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ASPIRIN over-dosage can result in: Skin Irritation

Common Side-Effects

ASPIRIN : Constipation, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Seizure, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Heartburn, Vomit, Nausea, Hallucinations, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Confusion, Ringing In Ears
ATORVASTATIN : Polyarthralgia, Urinary Tract Infection, Insomnia, Myalgia, Skin Rash, Hives, Nausea, Loose Motion, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Cough, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Wheezing, Tightness

Serious Side-Effects

ASPIRIN : Tinnitus, Rhinitis, Urticaria, Bronchospasm Cough, Gastrointestinal Bleeding
ATORVASTATIN : Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit

Rare Side-Effects

ATORVASTATIN : Skin Rash, Hives, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Food Interactions

Avoid drinking alcohol. It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with atorvastatin and lead to potentially dangerous effects.  

Disease Interactions

ATORVASTATIN can interfere with: Alcoholism, Myopathy, Hypothyroidism, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

ASPIRIN is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
ATORVASTATIN is categorized as: STATINS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ATCHOL ASP CAP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ATCHOL ASP CAP	INR 25.7 for 10 CAPSULES	ASPIRIN 75 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG
ECOSPRIN-AV 75/20 CAP	INR 24.45 for 10 CAPSULES	ASPIRIN 75 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG
LIPIKIND AS CAP	INR 21.9 for 10 CAPSULES	ASPIRIN 75 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG
MODLIP ASP TAB	INR 21.7 for 10 TABLETS	ASPIRIN 75 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG
TONACT-ASP 75MG CAP	INR 27 for 15 CAPSULES	ASPIRIN 75 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AZTOGOLD 200MG CAP	INR 64.5 for 10 CAPSULES	CLOPIDOGREL 75 MG, ASPIRIN 75 MG, ATORVASTATIN 20 MG
AZTOR ASP 150MG TAB	INR 24.64 for 10 TABLETS	ASPIRIN 150 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG
AZTOR-ASP 75MG CAP	INR 26.86 for 10 TABLETS	ASPIRIN 150 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG
LIFEPIL 4 KIT	INR 87.6 for 1 KIT EACH	ASPIRIN 75 MG, METOPROLOL 50 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG, RAMIPRIL 5 MG
POLYTORVA CAP	INR 122 for 1 KIT	ASPIRIN 75 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10 MG, RAMIPRIL 5 MG