Itrex Rosuvastatin Calcium Tablet 10mg

Adult dose

For primary hypercholesterolemia, mixed dyslipidemia, type III primary dysbetalipoproteinemia, and homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, this medication can be taken at any time of the day, regardless of meals. The initial dosage is 5 milligrams once daily, and the maintenance dosage is typically adjusted to 10 milligrams once daily for most patients. The maintenance dosage should be adjusted at intervals of at least 4 weeks, and it may be increased up to a maximum of 20 milligrams once daily.

Child dose

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17), the dosage is 5 milligrams to 20 milligrams once daily. The dosage should be adjusted individually according to therapeutic goals and for at least 4 weeks.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients who are allergic to any component of this drug, have active liver disease, have muscle disorders, take certain immunosuppressants, have severe kidney dysfunction, or are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication. Furthermore, high doses are prohibited in patients at high risk of muscle damage. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should avoid it. Patients with a history of liver disease or excessive alcohol consumption should have regular liver function tests and use this drug with caution. If symptoms of myalgia or muscle weakness occur, patients should immediately inform their healthcare provider and undergo necessary examinations. This medication may increase blood sugar levels in some patients, so those at risk for diabetes should regularly monitor their blood sugar levels. Patients with certain genetic characteristics may have different drug responses, so dosage adjustments may be necessary. This drug can cause severe skin reactions, so if abnormal skin symptoms occur, it should be discontinued immediately. When used in conjunction with other medications, interactions may increase the blood concentration of this drug or the risk of side effects, so it is essential to inform the healthcare provider about any other medications being taken. The use of this medication during pregnancy or breastfeeding should be avoided as it may pose risks to the fetus or infant. In the case of overdose, there are no specific antidotes, so treatment should proceed based on the symptoms, and liver function and muscle enzyme levels should be monitored. This medication does not significantly impact driving or machinery operation, but caution is advised as dizziness may occur. Adverse reactions reported during drug use include headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, myalgia, skin rashes, etc., and if these symptoms are severe, medical consultation is necessary. The blood concentration of this medication may be higher in Asians, so caution is needed when determining dosage.

Serious side effects

Allergic reactions including urticaria, angioedema, rash, and urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, eosinophilia with systemic symptom drug reaction syndrome (DRESS), jaundice, hepatitis, severe muscle weakness, immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, cough, dyspnea, polyneuropathy, memory loss, peripheral neuropathy, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, dyspnea, thrombocytopenia, acute renal failure, oliguria, blood concentration

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• itching
• myalgia
• weakness
• thrombocytopenia
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

Domestic - 30 tablets/bottle, Export - 30 tablets/box [10 tablets/(Alu-Alu x 3)]