Parotin 20mg (Atorvastatin Calcium)

Adult dosage

For the treatment of hyperlipidemia, the recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily, and if greater LDL-cholesterol reduction is needed, it may be initiated at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. The general dosage range is 10-80 mg once daily. The initial and maintenance doses should be individualized based on treatment goals and patient characteristics, with lipid levels analyzed within 2-4 weeks after initiating therapy to adjust the dosage. In the case of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the administration dose is 10-80 mg once daily, and it may be given in conjunction with other lipid-lowering therapies (e.g., LDL apheresis) or if those therapies are not feasible.

Children's dosage

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

This medication may carry a risk of muscle problems, so symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, or cramps should be reported to a doctor immediately. In particular, if there is a significant increase in the level of creatine kinase in blood tests, the use of this medication may need to be discontinued. Individuals with liver function issues or hepatitis must consult a doctor before using this medication and should have regular liver function tests while on treatment. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should not take this medication and should use appropriate contraceptive methods during treatment. Moreover, breastfeeding women should also avoid this medication and discontinue breastfeeding if they are using it. Children, especially those under 10 years of age, should not take this medication, and safety and efficacy have not been thoroughly established for children aged between 10 and 18 years. Elderly patients or those with decreased kidney function are at higher risk for muscle adverse reactions, so caution is required during use and dosage should be adjusted according to a doctor’s instructions. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist if taking specific antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, antihypertensives, or hypoglycemics. The intake of grapefruit juice should be avoided as it may increase the blood concentration of this medication, raising the risk of side effects. If symptoms such as muscle pain, fever, or fatigue occur during the use of this medication, immediate medical attention is required for examination and treatment. There is no specific antidote for overdose; treatment should be based on symptoms while monitoring liver function and muscle condition. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and store it in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, abnormal respiratory sounds with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination changes

Mild side effects

• Weakness
• fatigue
• chest pain
• peripheral edema
• fever
• nasopharyngitis
• hyperglycemia
• hypoglycemia
• weight gain
• loss of appetite

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect against air and moisture. It is also important to maintain room temperature between 1°C and 30°C when storing the medication. This will help preserve the efficacy of the medication and ensure safe use.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle