Atocor Gold Tablet

Manufacturer

• Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.

Composition

(Varies by strength – commonly available as Atocor Gold 10, 20, 40)

• Atorvastatin (10 mg / 20 mg / 40 mg) – Statin (cholesterol-lowering)

• Clopidogrel 75 mg – Antiplatelet agent (prevents blood clots)

• Aspirin 75 mg – Antiplatelet agent (reduces platelet aggregation & clot formation)

Description

Atocor Gold Tablet is a triple combination medicine used for the prevention of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular events.

• Atorvastatin lowers bad cholesterol (LDL, triglycerides) and raises good cholesterol (HDL).

• Clopidogrel prevents platelets from forming harmful clots.

• Aspirin reduces the risk of blood clot formation and improves blood flow.

Together, they protect the heart and blood vessels, especially in patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes, or history of heart disease.

Uses

• Prevention of heart attack and stroke

• Treatment and prevention of atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in arteries)

• Management of high cholesterol and triglycerides

• Prevention of blood clot formation in high-risk patients

• Long-term therapy in patients with ischemic heart disease or post-angioplasty/stent

Benefits

• Triple protection: cholesterol control + anti-clot effect

• Reduces risk of major cardiovascular events

• Improves blood flow and keeps arteries healthy

• Convenient once-daily combination tablet

Dosage

• Usual dose: 1 tablet once daily, with or without food

• Strength depends on patient’s condition (10/20/40 mg atorvastatin with aspirin & clopidogrel)

• Must be taken strictly on doctor’s advice

Side Effects

Common:

• Stomach upset, acidity, nausea

• Headache, dizziness

• Muscle pain or weakness

• Easy bruising or bleeding (due to aspirin/clopidogrel)

Rare but serious:

• Gastrointestinal bleeding

• Liver function abnormalities

• Severe muscle breakdown (rhabdomyolysis)

• Allergic reactions

Precautions

• Avoid in patients with active liver disease, bleeding disorders, or recent surgery

• Limit or avoid alcohol (increases stomach and liver risks)

• Not safe in pregnancy & breastfeeding

• Caution in patients taking other blood thinners (risk of bleeding)

• Regular monitoring of liver function, lipid profile, and blood clotting is required

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight & moisture

• Keep out of reach of children

 Packaging

• Pack size: Strip of 10 tablets

✅ Note: Atocor Gold Tablet (by Dr. Reddy’s) provides comprehensive cardiac protection but must be taken only on a doctor’s prescription. It is especially useful for patients with high cholesterol plus risk of blood clots.