Atorva 40 Tablet is used to reduce high cholesterol and triglyceride levels, helping prevent heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular diseases. The active ingredient, atorvastatin, works by blocking an enzyme in the liver responsible for producing cholesterol. This reduces "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, while increasing "good" cholesterol (HDL).
A doctor typically prescribes Atorva 40 Tablet for patients with high LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, or "bad" cholesterol, and triglycerides in their blood. This medication may also be prescribed for individuals with a family history of heart disease or who have a higher risk of developing heart disease due to other risk factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, or diabetes.