Leaflet PARVAXOR 20mg / 10mg capsules
Indicated for: dyslipidemia; hypertension
Route of administration: oral
Substance: atorvastatin + perindopril (statin lipid-lowering agent + ACE inhibitor)
ATC: C10BX15 (Cardiovascular system | Lipid modifying agents, combinations | Lipid modifying agents in combination with other drugs)
Do not use this medicine during pregnancy.
Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice.
This medicine may affect the liver.
May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Seek medical advice if unexplained muscle pain occurs.
Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.
This medicine may change blood electrolyte levels.
Atorvastatin and perindopril are used together to treat cardiovascular conditions such as high blood pressure and to prevent coronary artery disease. This combination helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular events, such as heart attack or stroke, by addressing multiple risk factors simultaneously.
Atorvastatin is a statin medication used to lower 'bad' cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides while increasing 'good' cholesterol (HDL). By reducing cholesterol levels, atorvastatin helps prevent the buildup of atherosclerotic plaques in the arteries.
Perindopril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor used to lower blood pressure and improve heart function. It works by relaxing blood vessels, thereby reducing the strain on the heart and improving blood flow.
This combination is recommended for patients at high cardiovascular risk but should be used as directed by a healthcare provider, as it may cause side effects such as dizziness, muscle pain, or a dry cough.
General data about PARVAXOR 20mg / 10mg
- Substance: atorvastatin + perindopril
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-05-2018
- Product code: W64261001
- Concentration: 20mg / 10mg
- Pharmaceutical form: capsules
- Quantity: 30
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-6L - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Concentrations available for atorvastatin + perindopril
- 10mg/10mg
- 10mg/5mg
- 20mg/10mg
- 20mg/5mg
- 40mg/10mg
- 40mg/5mg