Ramipril + Atorvastatin

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 21 Sep 2024 | 08:14 AM (UTC)

Ramipril + Atorvastatin Uses

Ramipril+Atorvastatin is used in the treatment of high blood pressure with high cholesterol.

How Ramipril + Atorvastatin works

Ramipril and atorvastatin which treat high blood pressure associated with high cholesterol levels. Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor which works by reducing stress on the heart and relaxing blood vessels so that blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently. Atorvastatin is a cholesterol-lowering medicine which works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL).

Common side effects of Ramipril + Atorvastatin

Nausea, Taste change, Indigestion, Stomach pain, Headache, Dizziness, Weakness, Cough, Muscle pain, Increased potassium level in blood, Increased glucose level in blood, Decreased blood pressure, Increased liver enzymes

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Medicine brands for Ramipril + Atorvastatin

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹70 to ₹98

2 variant(s)

Atocor R

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

₹94 to ₹114

2 variant(s)

Rampitor

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

₹94 to ₹105

2 variant(s)

Corpril ST

Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Expert advice for Ramipril + Atorvastatin

Ramipril + Atorvastatin treats high blood pressure that is also associated with high cholesterol levels.
It also reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
It should be taken in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if you have fever, a sick feeling or dark urine.
Inform you doctor about any dizziness, cough, or throat irritation that doesn't go away.
Do not take Ramipril + Atorvastatin if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.