Udambajeong 10 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Hydrate)

Adult dosage

Hyperlipidemia: The recommended initial dose is 10 mg of atorvastatin once daily, but for patients requiring greater reductions in LDL cholesterol levels, it can be started at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. Doses can range from 10 mg to 80 mg once daily. The initial and maintenance doses should be individualized based on treatment goals and responses while monitoring lipid levels within 2 to 4 weeks after starting treatment or adjusting doses. The goal of treatment is to lower LDL cholesterol levels, so it is recommended to use LDL cholesterol levels to evaluate treatment response. However, if LDL cholesterol levels cannot be used, total cholesterol levels can be employed for monitoring treatment response. For patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the treatment dosage ranges from 10 mg to 80 mg once daily, either in conjunction with other lipid-lowering therapies (e.g., LDL apheresis) or when those therapies are not possible. For heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia pediatric patients (ages 10 to 17), the recommended initial dose is 10 mg of this medication once daily, and the recommended maximum dose is 20 mg (there are no clinical data on doses higher than 20 mg in pediatric patients). Dosing should be appropriately adjusted according to the recommended treatment goals in individual patients. Dosing adjustments should be made at intervals of 4 weeks or more. ○ For patients with renal impairment: Renal disease does not affect the plasma concentration or LDL cholesterol-lowering effectiveness of atorvastatin, so dose adjustments are not necessary. ○ For elderly patients: The efficacy and safety in elderly patients aged 70 and older are comparable to those of normal adult patients.

Children's dosage

Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia pediatric patients (ages 10 to 17): The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily, and the recommended maximum dose is 20 mg once daily. Dosing should be adjusted at intervals of 4 weeks or longer.

This medication can cause muscle-related side effects. If symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness worsen, or if there is a significant increase in creatine kinase levels, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor. This drug can affect liver function, so patients with liver disease or elevated liver enzyme levels should not take it, and regular liver function tests should be conducted during treatment. Pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers should not take this medication. This drug should not be administered to children, especially those under 10 years of age. Patients with a history of alcohol abuse or liver disease should take caution when taking this medication, and elderly patients are at a higher risk for muscle-related side effects and should be monitored closely. This drug may interact with other medications, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist, especially if taking specific antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, certain antihypertensives, antidiabetics, or oral contraceptives. Grapefruit juice can increase the blood concentration of this medication, so it is advisable to avoid consuming grapefruit juice. If symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, or fever occur while taking this medication, notify a doctor immediately and undergo testing. This drug contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance should not take it. Store this medication out of the reach of children, in its original container, and seek medical attention immediately in case of overdose. This medication should be administered with caution to patients with a history of liver disease, kidney disease, endocrine disorders, or muscle disorders, and any adverse effects that occur during treatment should be reported to a doctor immediately.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rashes, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver issues (jaundice), sudden and

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This helps maintain the medication's efficacy over time.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle