Artin Tablet 10 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Hydrate)

Adult dose

For the treatment of hyperlipidemia, the recommended initial dose is 10 mg of atorvastatin once daily. If greater reductions in LDL cholesterol are needed, treatment may begin with 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. The total dosing range is 10 to 80 mg once daily. Lipid levels should be analyzed 2 to 4 weeks after starting therapy, and doses should be adjusted accordingly. For patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia,

Child dose

The recommended initial dose for pediatric patients (ages 10-17) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is 10 mg once daily, with a maximum dose of 20 mg per day. Dose adjustments should be made with intervals of at least 4 weeks between adjustments for patient treatment purposes.

This medication may pose a risk of muscle problems, so if symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness appear, consult your doctor immediately. This medication can affect liver function, so it should not be used in cases of liver disease or abnormal liver enzyme levels. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women should not take this medication. This medication is not to be administered to children, especially to those under 10 years old. If there has been a history of allergic reactions to this medication, it should not be used. Patients with specific diseases such as liver disease, kidney disease, or hypothyroidism should use this medication cautiously and require regular testing. As there may be interactions with other medications, it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other medications being taken. Particular caution is needed when taken with certain antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, and some blood pressure medications. It is advisable to avoid grapefruit juice during the course of this medication. This medication can cause severe side effects related to muscle damage; if symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, or fever occur, inform healthcare professionals immediately. Regular liver function tests and serum creatine kinase (CK) level tests should be conducted during treatment. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and treatment should be based on symptoms as directed by a doctor. Keep out of reach of children, and store in its original container to prevent misuse. This medication may cause allergic reactions such as fever, skin rash, or hives even after long-term use, so if any abnormal symptoms occur, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container as it may be sensitive to air or moisture. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage ensures the safety and effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle