
Atorvastatin
The atorvastatin tablets contain atorvastatin and are used for hypercholesterolaemia. They come in several strengths and pack sizes. Each option lists its price per tablet.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10mg | 10 tablets | US$8.20 | US$0.82 |
| 10mg | 30 tablets | US$23.70 | US$0.79 |
| 10mg | 60 tablets | US$42.60 | US$0.71 |
| 10mg | 90 tablets | US$62.10 | US$0.69 |
| 10mg | 120 tablets | US$70.80 | US$0.59 |
| 10mg | 180 tablets | US$93.60 | US$0.52 |
| 10mg | 360 tablets | US$154.80 | US$0.43 |
| 20mg | 10 tablets | US$11.00 | US$1.10 |
| 20mg | 30 tablets | US$39.00 | US$1.30 |
| 20mg | 60 tablets | US$70.20 | US$1.17 |
| 20mg | 90 tablets | US$85.50 | US$0.95 |
| 20mg | 120 tablets | US$93.60 | US$0.78 |
| 20mg | 180 tablets | US$117.00 | US$0.65 |
| 20mg | 360 tablets | US$208.80 | US$0.58 |
| 40mg | 30 tablets | US$54.30 | US$1.81 |
| 40mg | 60 tablets | US$100.80 | US$1.68 |
| 40mg | 90 tablets | US$125.10 | US$1.39 |
| 40mg | 120 tablets | US$132.00 | US$1.10 |
| 40mg | 180 tablets | US$156.60 | US$0.87 |
| 40mg | 360 tablets | US$266.40 | US$0.74 |
| 80mg | 30 tablets | US$62.10 | US$2.07 |
| 80mg | 60 tablets | US$93.60 | US$1.56 |
| 80mg | 90 tablets | US$113.40 | US$1.26 |
| 80mg | 120 tablets | US$140.40 | US$1.17 |
| 80mg | 180 tablets | US$194.40 | US$1.08 |
| 80mg | 360 tablets | US$367.20 | US$1.02 |
- Category
- Cholesterol Management
- Active ingredient
- Atorvastatin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 10 · 20 · 40 · 80mg
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Atorvastatin on your behalf.
- Condition
- Hypercholesterolaemia
- Alternative names
- Lipitor; Atorva
- Therapeutic class
- HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Statin
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to atorvastatin; active liver disease; pregnancy; breastfeeding
- Minor side effects
- headache; nausea; constipation
- Moderate side effects
- myalgia; elevated liver enzymes; insomnia
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Developed to support cholesterol management to alleviate cardiovascular risk.
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 2–4 weeks
- Duration
- Long-term
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in a cool, dry location.
- Drug interactions
- grapefruit; ciclosporin; clarithromycin
- Age restrictions
- Used in children over 10 years only if necessary.
Precautions and warnings
report any unexplained muscle pain or weakness immediately; regular liver function monitoring is recommended; avoid excessive alcohol consumption
Serious side effects
rhabdomyolysis, requires immediate medical attention; hepatitis, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Atorvastatin is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. It blocks the enzyme responsible for cholesterol synthesis in the liver, resulting in an increase in LDL receptors which promotes the clearance of LDL cholesterol from the blood.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated; stop use immediately upon conception. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated.
Atorvastatin is a statin used in hypercholesterolaemia. It comes as film-coated tablets in 10, 20, 40 and 80mg strengths, taken by mouth. The originator company is Pfizer, and it is also known as Lipitor and Atorva. As an atorvastatin product it belongs to the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor class, and it is used alongside diet to lower LDL cholesterol and to reduce cardiovascular risk in people with risk factors for, or established, coronary heart disease.
It works by blocking the liver enzyme responsible for making cholesterol, which increases the number of LDL receptors and helps clear LDL cholesterol from the blood. Cholesterol levels are usually rechecked after 2 to 4 weeks. Report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness to a doctor straight away, and tell your doctor about liver disease before treatment, since liver function is monitored while you take it.
Ordering atorvastatin for delivery to Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week and Standard Airmail up to 3 weeks, and prices show in ringgit by default. Pick the strength and pack size that match what you need; the cholesterol management category lists related options.
FAQ
What does Atorvastatin cost?
That depends on the strength and pack you pick. Atorvastatin comes in 10, 20, 40 and 80mg strengths, in packs of 10 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
What other names is Atorvastatin sold under?
You may also see atorvastatin sold as Lipitor and Atorva.
How soon does Atorvastatin start working?
Atorvastatin usually kicks in within 2 to 4 weeks. Timing varies from one person to the next.
What are the possible side effects of Atorvastatin?
The ones people notice most with atorvastatin are headache, nausea and constipation. Some people also get myalgia, elevated liver enzymes and insomnia. Rarer but serious: rhabdomyolysis and hepatitis. These need urgent medical help.
What sort of medicine is Atorvastatin?
It's a generic: Atorvastatin goes by the name of its active ingredient, atorvastatin, instead of a brand name. Who makes it depends on supply.
Which conditions is Atorvastatin taken for?
Atorvastatin contains atorvastatin and is taken for hypercholesterolaemia. Atorvastatin is a HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor.
What shouldn't I combine with Atorvastatin?
Atorvastatin can interact with grapefruit, ciclosporin and clarithromycin. Before you start Atorvastatin, let your doctor or pharmacist know everything else you take.
Can I get Atorvastatin without a prescription here?
Online, yes. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Atorvastatin. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you send Atorvastatin to Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Atorvastatin is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Atorvastatin, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.