What is Storvas called in Pakistan?
Storvas contains atorvastatin. In Pakistan the same medicine is sold as Lipiget or Lipitor.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storvas Pending verification | India | atorvastatin C10AA05 | 10 mg tablet, 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet |
| Lipiget Pending verification | Pakistan | atorvastatin C10AA05 | 10 mg tablet, 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet |
| Lipitor Pending verification | Pakistan | atorvastatin C10AA05 | 10 mg tablet, 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Storvas called in Pakistan?
Storvas contains atorvastatin. In Pakistan the same medicine is sold as Lipiget or Lipitor.
Is Lipiget exactly the same as Storvas?
Both contain atorvastatin (ATC C10AA05). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of atorvastatin are common in Pakistan?
Common forms include 10 mg tablet, 20 mg tablet, 40 mg tablet. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
