Pistastat 2 mg (Pitavastatin Calcium Hydrate)

Adult dose

For adults, the usual initial dose is 1-2 mg of pitavastatin calcium once daily. If the LDL cholesterol-lowering effect is insufficient, the dose can be increased up to a maximum of 4 mg per day. Dosage adjustments should be made appropriately at intervals of 4 weeks or more based on LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and the patient's response.

This medication should not be administered to specific patients. For example, individuals allergic to this drug or those with liver function problems, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, should not use it. Additionally, children and patients with muscle diseases should also abstain from this medication. Caution is required when using this medication in the presence of renal or liver abnormalities, or when taking certain concomitant medications. Symptoms like muscle pain or weakness may occur, so monitoring is essential. While taking this medication, regular liver function tests and blood tests should be performed, and immediate consultation with a doctor should occur if any abnormal symptoms arise. Muscle-related side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, and rhabdomyolysis may occur, and administration should be halted if any muscle issues are felt. Rarely, side effects like skin rash, itching, indigestion, headache, and dizziness may also occur. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the healthcare provider about any other medications being taken, especially with cyclosporine or fibrate medications. Elderly patients may experience more frequent side effects due to reduced bodily function, necessitating dosage adjustments and careful monitoring. Women who could become pregnant should confirm their pregnancy status before taking this medication, and should not take it during pregnancy. If pregnancy is confirmed, use must be discontinued immediately. The safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so it is not used in this population. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, preferably in its original packaging.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• rhabdomyolysis
• myopathy
• liver dysfunction
• jaundice
• thrombocytopenia
• severe allergic reactions

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• rash
• fatigue
• itching
• stiffness
• drowsiness
• insomnia
• headache
• feeling of heaviness
• numbness

This medication should be stored in a container that does not allow light and air, and at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

Very light yellowish-red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle