Pitavastatin Tablet (Pitavastatin Calcium Hydrate)

Adult dose

For adults, the usual initial dose of pitavastatin calcium is 1 to 2 milligrams once daily. If the LDL cholesterol-lowering effect is insufficient, the dose can be increased to a maximum of 4 milligrams per day. The dosage should be adjusted appropriately at intervals of 4 weeks or more based on LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and patient response. The therapeutic effect of this medication is maintained with continuous use.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First of all, patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication, patients with very poor liver function, patients with active liver disease, and patients with biliary obstruction should not take this medication. Additionally, patients taking cyclosporine, patients with myopathy, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, breastfeeding women, and children should not use this medication. Patients with lactose intolerance or genetic metabolic disorders should also not take this medication. This medication should be used with caution in some patients. Patients with impaired kidney function, liver dysfunction, excessive alcohol consumption, hypothyroidism, and the elderly should be especially cautious when taking this medication. Furthermore, patients who are taking certain medications along with this treatment may have an increased risk of muscle damage, so they must consult with a physician. Various adverse reactions may occur with this medication. Muscle pain or weakness, liver dysfunction, skin rashes, dyspepsia, and blood abnormalities have been reported, and in rare cases, serious side effects such as severe muscle damage, kidney problems, or interstitial lung disease may also occur. If these symptoms appear, immediate consultation with a doctor is necessary. This medication is used for the treatment of dyslipidemia, and prior to administration, it is crucial to check blood cholesterol levels and combine it with diet and exercise therapy. Regular blood tests should be conducted during administration to monitor liver function and muscle condition, and if abnormal findings are detected, drug use may be discontinued. This medication can interact with certain medications, so it is essential to inform the physician or pharmacist if you are taking other medications. Especially when taken with cyclosporine, fibrate drugs, nicotinic acid, or erythromycin, the risk of serious side effects may increase, necessitating caution. Elderly patients are at higher risk of side effects due to decreased body function, so dose adjustment and careful monitoring are required when taking this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication, and women who may become pregnant must confirm their pregnancy before taking it. In the case of children, the safety and efficacy of this medication have not been sufficiently established, so its use is not recommended. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it should be kept in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration in quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, respiratory problems, yellow discoloration of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver problems (jaundice), sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, loss of consciousness

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• rash
• fatigue
• paralysis
• itching
• stiffness
• drowsiness
• insomnia
• headache
• heaviness in the head

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a special container that prevents light exposure. Additionally, it is essential to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Light yellowish-red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle