Adult patients (>=18 years) in septic shock and admitted to ICU will be included in the study. Patients will be randomized as per computer generated random number into the Drug (Atorvastatin, 40 mg) or matched placebo group. Drug or placebo will be given to selected patient via nasogastric tube for 7 days. Bio markers (Il-6, TNF-alpha) estimated during the trial week (Days 1, 4, and 7). All clinical and study personnel and patients remained blinded to the study group assignment throughout the trial.