Atorvastatin | What All Patients Need to Know

Are you taking Atorvastatin? British trained GP Dr Jaunbocus tells you all you need to know about your medication.

Atorvastatin works on the liver reducing the levels of cholesterol in your blood. Atorvastatin isn't suitable for everyone, we will discuss who should and who should not take Atorvastatin. Atorvastatin has side effects in some patients.

Dr. Jaunbocus will discuss the side effects of Atorvastatin and how these side effects can effect you and when you should notify your doctor or attend hospital.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction to Atorvastatin
0:31 What is a Atorvastatin
0:59 How does Atorvastatin work?
1.05 Who should take Atorvastatin? Is Atorvastatin suitable for me?
1:40 Who might not be suitable for Atorvastatin? Who shouldn't take Atorvastatin?
2:33 How to take Atorvastatin. How Should I take my Atorvastatin?
2:54 I forgot to take my Atorvastatin what should I do?
3:09 Follow up tests/labs with Atorvastatin
3:27 What are the Side Effects of Atorvastatin
5:10 When you should STOP taking your Atorvastatin - Side Effects / Complications
6:15 Which medications interact with Atorvastatin?
7:24 Can I drink Alcohol with Atorvastatin?
7:41 Outro & Legal Disclaimer

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1. Dr. A. Hart-Pinto MBChB (Hons) BSc (Hons) MRCS
2. Dr. Najeebah Jaunbocus MBChB MRCGP

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