Statins
Name
SIMVASTATIN ATORVASTATIN |
Effect
HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Reduces cholesterol by inhibiting HMG-CoA enzyme in the liver that is necessary for the production of cholesterol. Lower levels of LDL’s and triglycerides and increase levels of HDL Lowers levels of blood cholesterol and triglycerides by inhibiting HMG-CoA in the liver |
Uses
Hypercholesteroleamia. May slow the progress of coronary artery disease Hypercholeasteroleamia. Can prevent heart attack, stroke and angina |
Dose
10-40mg once/day (with food in evening). 10-20mg/day once |
Side effect
Headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, muscle pain, and minor liver damage. Constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, gas, heartburn, headache, liver and muscle damage. |