Hiaeol Tablets 10mg (Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

For primary hypercholesterolemia and related conditions, this medication can be taken at any time of the day, regardless of meals. The initial dosage is 5mg once daily and can be adjusted to a maintenance dosage as needed. The maintenance dose is commonly 10mg once daily, and adjustments can be made based on LDL cholesterol levels and patient response at intervals of 4 weeks or more. The maximum dose can be increased to 20mg daily.

Child dose

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17 years), the recommended dosage is 5mg to 20mg once daily. The dose should be adjusted individually based on treatment goals.

This medication should not be used by certain patients. First, individuals who are allergic to any component of this medication should not take it. Patients with active liver disease or very high liver enzyme levels should also avoid this medication. Those with muscle disorders or severe renal impairment should not use it either. Caution is needed when using this medication in pregnant or lactating women and fertile women who do not use adequate contraception. Additionally, high dosages are contraindicated in patients at high risk for muscle disorders. This medication contains lactose and is not suitable for patients with lactose intolerance. Care should be taken when administering this medication to patients with a history of significant alcohol consumption or liver disease. Regular liver function tests should be performed, and this medication should be used only after treating any underlying conditions in patients with hypothyroidism or nephrotic syndrome. Muscle-related side effects such as myalgia, myopathy, or rhabdomyolysis can occur, so any symptoms should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately. Patients particularly at risk for muscle disorders should have muscle enzyme tests performed before and during treatment to monitor their condition. If severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, the medication should be stopped and a doctor consulted. This medication can affect liver function, so it should be stopped immediately if symptoms of liver damage appear. Blood sugar levels may rise, so patients at risk for diabetes should monitor their blood sugar periodically. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if there are any concomitant medications, it is essential to inform the healthcare provider. Particularly, the risk of muscle-related side effects can be increased when used with certain antivirals, immunosuppressants, antifungals, antibiotics, and fibrate class drugs. Additionally, there is a potential for interactions with antacids or certain anticoagulants, so caution is advised. During pregnancy or breastfeeding, this medication should be avoided due to potential harm to the fetus or infant. Women planning to become pregnant should use appropriate contraception and discontinue the medication immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. In the event of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so symptomatic treatment should be provided while monitoring liver function and muscle enzyme levels. Lastly, this medication can rarely cause severe skin reactions or interstitial lung disease, so healthcare professionals should be consulted immediately if skin rashes, breathing difficulties, or other unusual symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

Allergic reactions including urticaria and angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, eosinophilia and systemic symptoms related to drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), rhabdomyolysis, severe edema, liver-related jaundice, hepatitis, severe myasthenia, ocular myasthenia, severe skin reactions, acute renal failure, oliguria, chest tightness, difficulties in breathing, dyspnea, severe allergic reactions, severe neurological symptoms (headache, seizures, loss of consciousness)

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• itching
• rash
• myalgia
• weakness
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally between temperatures of 1 degree to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent degradation.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (14 tablets/PTP*2), 30 tablets/bottle, 90 tablets/bottle