Atorotin Tablet (Atorvastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

The recommended initial dose for treating dyslipidemia is 10 mg once daily. For patients who require greater reductions in LDL cholesterol, therapy may be initiated with 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. Dosing should be individualized within a range of 10 to 80 mg once daily, adjusted based on treatment goals and response. Lipid levels should be analyzed within 2 to 4 weeks of starting therapy to adjust the dose accordingly. The goal of therapy is to lower LDL cholesterol.

Child dose

The recommended initial dose for pediatric patients (10-17 years old) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is 10 mg per day, with a maximum dose of 20 mg per day. Dosing should be adjusted according to treatment goals in intervals of 4 weeks or more.

This medication may cause abnormal muscle symptoms, so if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Patients with active liver disease or severely impaired liver function should not use this medication. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. Patients who cannot digest lactose due to certain genetic disorders should not use this medication. This medication is not administered to children, especially those under 10 years of age. Patients with liver or kidney issues must consult a doctor before taking this medication and require regular monitoring while on it. Since it may interact with other medications, it's important to inform your doctor or pharmacist of any other medications currently being taken. This medication can affect liver function, so regular liver function tests should be conducted before and during treatment. If allergic reactions such as rash, hives, itching, or difficulty breathing occur during treatment, discontinue use immediately and inform medical staff. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so appropriate treatment should be provided based on symptoms, and liver function and muscle condition should be monitored. It is advisable to avoid alcohol while on this medication, and regular medical check-ups should be scheduled for safe administration. Store out of reach of children and keep in the original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attack, cough with fever accompanying breathing abnormalities, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary issues

Mild side effects

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

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, to maintain the effectiveness of the drug, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle