Atorvaspo 10 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Trihydrate)

Adult dose

Hyperlipidemia: The recommended initial dose is 10 mg of atorvastatin, taken once daily. For patients requiring more reduction in LDL cholesterol levels, it may be initiated at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily, with dosing ranging from 10 to 80 mg once daily. The initial and maintenance dosages must be individualized based on treatment goals and response, and lipid levels should be analyzed within 2-4 weeks after treatment initiation and/or dose adjustment.

Child dose

Pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (10-17 years): The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily, and the maximum recommended dose is 20 mg once daily. The dosing should be appropriately adjusted according to treatment goals.

This medication may cause serious side effects related to muscles; therefore, if muscle pain or weakness symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. It should not be taken if there is a history of allergic reactions to this medication, liver disease, muscle disease, during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Patients with impaired liver function, alcoholics, the elderly, or those with impaired kidney function should use this medication cautiously, and regular examinations to confirm their condition are important. Since this medication is metabolized in the liver, its blood concentration may rise and increase the risk of side effects when taken with certain antibiotics, antifungals, antiviral medications, etc. Therefore, it's essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist about any currently taken medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should ensure appropriate contraception while taking this medication and must discontinue use if pregnancy is confirmed. Women who are breastfeeding should not take this medication and must avoid breastfeeding while on it. During the period of taking this medication, regular blood tests to monitor liver function and serum creatine kinase (CK) levels should be performed to monitor liver and muscle conditions. In case of overdose, as there are no specific antidotes, visit a medical facility immediately for proper treatment, and check for liver function and muscle damage based on symptoms. Keep this medication out of reach of children, and store it in its original container to maintain quality. Long-term use of this medication may slightly increase the risk of developing diabetes, so it is advisable to monitor blood sugar levels regularly. If symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, fever, or fatigue occur, inform your doctor immediately and undergo examination. If symptoms are severe or CK levels are significantly elevated, discontinue use. Taking this medication with grapefruit juice may increase blood concentration, so it is advisable to avoid grapefruit juice.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and the storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

White circular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle