RosuCo Tablet 10 mg (Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dosage

This medication can be taken at any time during the day, regardless of meals. The initial dosage is 5 mg once daily, which can be adjusted to a maintenance dose based on treatment goals. The maintenance dose is typically 10 mg once daily, and most patients are adjusted at this dosage. The maintenance dose should be appropriately adjusted based on LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and patient response at intervals of 4 weeks or longer, with a maximum daily dose of 20 mg.

Children's dosage

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17), the typical dosage range is 5 mg to 20 mg once daily. The dosage should be adjusted according to the treatment goals for individual patients over intervals of 4 weeks or more.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, individuals allergic to its components or with severely impaired liver function or muscle disorders should avoid taking it. Additionally, patients with severely impaired kidney function, pregnant or nursing women should also not use this medication. Before taking this medication, regular liver function tests and muscle-related examinations should be conducted. Patients with liver disease or those who consume a significant amount of alcohol should be particularly cautious. If symptoms of muscle pain or weakness occur, they should inform their doctor immediately, and in severe cases, discontinue the medication. This medication may interact with certain drugs when taken together, so it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist if taking other medications. The risk of muscle-related side effects may increase, particularly when combined with certain antiviral agents, antifungals, antibiotics, immunosuppressants, etc. Women of childbearing potential should use appropriate contraception while taking this medication, and those planning to become pregnant or who are pregnant should avoid it. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so those with lactose intolerance should exercise caution. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so it is vital to adhere to the prescribed dosage, and if unusual symptoms arise, one should seek medical attention immediately. This medication may cause symptoms such as dizziness or headaches, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Finally, while this medication can be used in children and adolescents, regular examinations are necessary as it may affect growth and development. Side effects may include muscle pain, abnormal liver function, gastrointestinal symptoms, and consultation with a healthcare professional is advised if symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

Allergic reactions including hives, angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rash, blisters, peeling skin, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), jaundice, hepatitis, severe skin reactions, serious liver damage, hyperbilirubinemia, sudden and severe headaches, seizures, confusion

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• itching
• rash and hives
• muscle pain
• weakness
• blood in urine

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture and should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to safely preserve its efficacy.

Appearance

Brown, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

28 tablets (7 tablets/Alu-Alu x 4)