Crostajung 10 mg (Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

It can be administered at any time of the day regardless of meals. The initial dosage is 5 mg once daily, and the maintenance dosage is 10 mg once daily. The dosage should be adjusted at intervals of 4 weeks or more, with a maximum increase to 20 mg per day if necessary.

Child dose

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17), the dosage is administered once daily between 5 mg and 20 mg. The dosage should be adjusted at intervals of 4 weeks or more, and for those under 10 years of age.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients with allergies to any component of this drug, severe liver problems, muscle diseases, and patients with severely impaired kidney function should not receive this medication. Pregnant or nursing women, as well as women of childbearing potential who are not using adequate contraception, should not take this medication, and women of childbearing age should only take it after fully understanding the risks of pregnancy and potential harm to the fetus. This medication should be administered cautiously to patients with a history of excessive alcohol consumption or liver disease, and liver function tests may be needed during treatment. Additionally, if symptoms of muscle pain or weakness occur, immediate notification to a healthcare professional is required for necessary examinations. Patients at high risk for muscle-related side effects (e.g., reduced kidney function, hypothyroidism, history of genetic muscular diseases, elderly patients, etc.) need to be monitored more closely before and after taking this medication. This drug may interact with certain medications, and if taking other medications, consult your healthcare provider, as caution is needed with concomitant administration. Special attention should be paid when taken with some antiviral agents, immunosuppressants, antifungals, certain antibiotics, and fibrates due to an increased risk of muscular side effects. This medication should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and women who may become pregnant must use appropriate contraceptive methods. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so immediate medical attention is required for treatment based on symptoms, and liver function and muscle enzyme levels need to be tested. This drug may cause dizziness or headaches, so caution is advised while driving or operating machinery. Lastly, if severe rash or allergic reactions appear during the use of this medication, it should be stopped immediately and consult a healthcare professional.

Serious side effects

Allergic reactions including urticaria, angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), jaundice, hepatitis, liver failure, rhabdomyolysis, immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy, severe muscle weakness, ocular muscle weakness, thrombocytopenia, polyneuropathy, peripheral neuropathy, severe skin reactions, severe allergic reactions, liver abnormalities, serious neurological symptoms, severe edema.

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, constipation, nausea, abdominal pain, itching, rash and hives, myalgia, weakness, thrombocytopenia, cough, diarrhea, ocular muscle weakness, fatigue, numbness, paresthesia, chest discomfort, anorexia, abdominal distension, abnormal liver function tests, syncope, generalized pain, muscle cramps, gout, erectile dysfunction, joint pain, depression, sleep disorders (including insomnia and nightmares), sexual dysfunction, gynecomastia, memory loss, and cognitive impairment.

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is recommended to keep the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to safely maintain the drug's efficacy.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle