Lipistin Tablets 10 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Trihydrate)

Adult dose

The recommended starting dose for treating hyperlipidemia is 10 mg of atorvastatin taken once daily; however, if more LDL cholesterol reduction is required, it may start at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. The dose range is 10-80 mg once daily, and should be individualized based on treatment goals and patient response, with lipid levels analyzed and dosage adjusted within 2-4 weeks. In cases of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the administration dose is 10-80 mg once daily, given in conjunction with other lipid-lowering therapies (e.g., LDL apheresis), or when such therapies are not possible.

Child dose

The recommended starting dose for pediatric patients (10-17 years) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is 10 mg once daily, and the maximum recommended dose is 20 mg once daily. The dosage should be adjusted according to treatment goals with an interval of 4 weeks or more.

This medication carries a risk of muscle problems, so if symptoms of muscle pain or weakness occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. It may affect liver function, so it should not be used in individuals with liver disease or elevated liver enzyme levels. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should avoid this medication and should use adequate contraception while on it. It is not to be used in children under the age of 10 and should be avoided during breastfeeding. Drug interactions may increase the risk of side effects, so inform your doctor or pharmacist about any medications you are taking. Patients with a history of excessive alcohol consumption or liver disease should use this medication cautiously. Elderly patients or those with reduced renal function are at a higher risk for muscle-related side effects, necessitating caution during use. Regular monitoring of liver function and muscle health is recommended; if abnormalities are detected, treatment should be stopped immediately. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance should not take it. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so appropriate treatment should be given based on symptoms, and liver function and muscle enzyme levels should be monitored. Keep out of reach of children and store in its original container to prevent quality degradation.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attack, respiratory distress with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), severe lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary changes

Mild side effects

• Weakness
• fatigue
• chest pain
• peripheral edema
• tiredness
• fever
• nasopharyngitis
• hyperglycemia
• hypoglycemia
• weight gain

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it is important to store it in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be kept between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding excessively hot or cold environments.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle