Atorvastatin + Metformin

Uses

Atorvastatin and Metformin are used in the treatment of diabetes accompanied by high cholesterol.

How it Works

How Atorvastatin and Metformin work Atorvastatin and Metformin is a combination of two medications: atorvastatin and metformin, which treat diabetes associated with high blood cholesterol levels. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that reduces "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides while increasing "good" cholesterol (HDL). Metformin is a biguanide that decreases the production and absorption of sugar in the body, allowing for better utilization of existing insulin.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Atorvastatin and Metformin include nausea, changes in taste, loss of appetite, stomach pain, diarrhea, muscle pain, and increased liver enzymes.

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