About Atorvastatin
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol and the risk of heart attack and stroke.
How to take it
Take it once a day, at any time, but the same time each day.
Common side effects
- Muscle aches in some people.
- Mild stomach upset.
Call your doctor if
- Unexplained muscle pain or weakness with dark urine.
- Yellow eyes or skin.
Take care
Not for use in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid large amounts of grapefruit juice.
From our clinic: It works quietly. Keep taking it even when you feel well. A lipid test 6 to 12 weeks after starting shows how well it is working.
About Aspirin (low dose)
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
At low doses (75 to 150 mg), it thins the blood to prevent heart attack and stroke in people who have had one, or who have had a stent. Some other high-risk people also take it, but only when a doctor advises it. It is not for everyone.
How to take it
Take it once a day after food.
Common side effects
- Acidity or stomach upset.
- Easy bruising.
Call your doctor if
- Black stools, vomiting blood, or blood in urine.
- Bleeding that does not stop.
Take care
Tell the doctor if you have had a stomach ulcer or bleeding, or if aspirin has caused asthma or an allergy. Do not take with painkillers like ibuprofen or diclofenac unless the doctor knows. Tell the dentist or surgeon you take it.
From our clinic: Do not stop on your own after a stent or heart attack.
General information for patients, not a substitute for your doctor's advice. Your dose and plan may differ.