Eldiro 10mg Tablet (Atorvastatin Calcium Trihydrate)

Adult dose

The recommended starting dose for the treatment of hyperlipidemia is 10 mg once daily, and for patients requiring greater LDL cholesterol reduction, it may be initiated at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. Typically, it is administered within a range of 10 to 80 mg once daily. Dosage should be individualized based on treatment goals and patient characteristics, and lipid levels should be analyzed 2-4 weeks later to adjust dosage. Treatment goals should aim to lower LDL cholesterol levels, so it is recommended to use LDL cholesterol levels for evaluating treatment initiation and response. However, if LDL cholesterol levels cannot be obtained, total cholesterol levels should be used to monitor treatment response. For patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the dosing regimen is 10 to 80 mg once daily, used in conjunction with other lipid-lowering therapies (e.g., LDL apheresis) or when such therapies are not possible. For pediatric patients (10-17 years) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the recommended starting dose is 10 mg once daily, and the recommended maximum dose is 20 mg once daily (there is no clinical data in pediatric populations for doses higher than 20 mg). The dosage should be appropriately adjusted according to the recommended treatment goals for individual patients, with adjustments made at intervals of 4 weeks or longer. ○ For patients with renal impairment: Renal disease does not affect the plasma concentration or LDL cholesterol-lowering effect of atorvastatin, so there is no need to adjust dosing. ○ For elderly patients: Efficacy and safety for patients aged 70 and older are generally similar to those in the adult population.

Child dose

The recommended starting dose for pediatric patients (10-17 years) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is 10 mg once daily, and the recommended maximum dose is 20 mg once daily. Dosage adjustments should be made at intervals of 4 weeks or more.

This medication may cause muscle problems, so if muscle pain or weakness occurs, you should immediately stop taking it and consult a doctor. Do not use this medication if you have certain diseases or are allergic to any of the ingredients, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are under 10 years of age. Patients with liver or kidney dysfunction, those with alcohol dependency, and elderly patients should exercise greater caution while using this medication, and their condition should be regularly monitored through check-ups. Since this medication can affect liver function, notify your doctor immediately if symptoms of hepatitis or liver dysfunction arise. There may be interactions when taken with other medications, so it is important to inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other medications you are taking, especially when taking certain antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, and some heart medications. Appropriate contraceptive methods should be used during treatment with this medication, and if pregnancy is confirmed, you should stop taking it immediately. It is important to notify your doctor and undergo tests if symptoms such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, fever, or fatigue appear. In the case of overdose, no specific antidote exists, so treatment should be based on symptoms, and liver function and muscle conditions should be periodically monitored. Keep this medication out of reach of children, and store it in its original container to prevent misuse.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, anaphylaxis, angioedema, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mouth/eyes, breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, respiratory problems with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, liver failure, sudden

Mild side effects

• Weakness
• fatigue
• chest pain
• peripheral edema
• tiredness
• fever
• rhinitis
• hyperglycemia
• hypoglycemia
• weight gain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle