What to do if atorvastatin causes stomach upset

Taking atorvastatin causes stomach discomfort, can be changed to take the drug after meals, reduce the dose of the drug, take antacids treatment, if it can not be improved, it is recommended to rule out whether there is a digestive system disease. Atorvastatin is mainly used for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia, coronary heart disease, etc. It may cause stomach discomfort after taking the drug, which can be changed to take the drug after meals to reduce the stimulation of the drug to the gastric mucosa. If the condition permits, the dose can be appropriately reduced to reduce the stimulation of the gastric mucosa. At the same time in taking atavastatin combined with antacid treatment, such as magnesium aluminum carbonate chewable tablets, sulfur, aluminum sugar in the gastric mucous membrane surface to form a protective film, to reduce the damage of the drug on the gastric mucosa. It is recommended to use medication under the guidance of a physician, do not take medication on your own, if there is still discomfort, it is recommended to stop the medication to improve the examination to exclude whether there is a digestive system diseases.