How is Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets?

Jul 15, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Hello doctor, I have an issue with cholesterol and recently started taking atorvastatin calcium tablets. So I would like to ask, how are atorvastatin calcium tablets?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xin
Atorvastatin calcium tablets are a widely used lipid-regulating medication belonging to the class of drugs known as statins, and play an important role in the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. This medication primarily works by inhibiting cholesterol synthesis in the liver, effectively lowering levels of total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (commonly known as "bad cholesterol"), while mildly increasing high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (commonly referred to as "good cholesterol"), thereby correcting lipid abnormalities and reducing the risk of atherosclerosis. Atorvastatin calcium tablets are not only effective but also relatively safe, with most patients tolerating them well. They can significantly reduce the incidence of cardiovascular events such as myocardial infarction and stroke, improve vascular endothelial function, and stabilize or even reverse plaque formation, thus being highly significant for protecting heart health. However, like all medications, atorvastatin calcium tablets may also cause certain side effects, such as elevated liver enzymes and muscle pain. Therefore, medical supervision is necessary during use, along with regular monitoring of relevant indicators.