Allstatin 5 mg (Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

Administer 5 mg once daily as the initial dose, at any time of day regardless of meals. If necessary, the maintenance dose may be adjusted to up to 10 mg once daily at intervals of 4 weeks or longer, and may be increased to a maximum of 20 mg once daily.

Child dose

For pediatric patients aged 10 to 17 years with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the typical dose is between 5 mg and 20 mg once daily, with treatment tailored to individual patients' needs at intervals of 4 weeks or longer.

This medication should not be used in individuals with certain allergic reactions or severe liver dysfunction. Those with muscle issues or taking certain medications, and individuals with severe renal impairment should also avoid this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as women who may become pregnant, must consult a physician before taking this medication and use appropriate contraceptive methods. Since this medication may cause muscle-related side effects, patients should immediately inform healthcare providers if symptoms such as myalgia or muscle weakness occur. Regular liver function tests and blood glucose monitoring are necessary as side effects may include liver dysfunction or elevated blood sugar. Individuals who consume alcohol excessively or have a history of liver disease should exercise caution when taking this medication and undergo frequent liver enzyme tests. This medication can increase drug concentration and risk of side effects when taken with certain other medications, so patients must inform their healthcare provider about any concurrent medications. Special precautions are necessary for children and adolescents, and their growth and development should be monitored regularly. Patients should be cautious when driving or operating machinery as dizziness may occur. In cases of overdose, as there are no specific antidotes, the patient should immediately visit a hospital for appropriate treatment. If severe rashes or allergic reactions occur during the course of this medication, the use should be immediately discontinued, and healthcare providers should be consulted.

Serious side effects

Hypersensitivity reactions including hives, angioedema, tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, eosinophilia and systemic symptoms associated drug reaction syndrome (DRESS), jaundice, hepatitis, acute renal failure, oliguria, severe swelling, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, respiratory problems, liver impairment (jaundice), severe neurological symptoms, severe swelling or urination abnormalities, myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, multiple

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• itching
• myalgia
• asthenia
• thrombocytopenia
• cough

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is recommended to store it at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle