Atorvastatin Calcium Hydrate Tablet 20 mg

Adult dose

The recommended starting dose for hyperlipidemia is 10 mg of atorvastatin once daily, and if a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol is required, it may be started at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. This medication is administered within a dose range of 10 to 80 mg once daily. The initial and maintenance doses should be individualized based on treatment goals and response, with lipid levels analyzed 2 to 4 weeks after therapy initiation and dose adjustment.

Child dose

The recommended starting dose for pediatric patients (10 to 17 years of age) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is 10 mg once daily, and the recommended maximum dose is 20 mg once daily. The dosage should be adjusted appropriately based on treatment goals.

This medication may cause muscle problems, so discontinue immediately if there is severe muscle pain or weakness, or if there is a significant increase in creatine kinase levels. Patients with severe infections, hypotension, major surgery, trauma, metabolic disorders, electrolyte imbalances, or uncontrolled epilepsy should temporarily discontinue this medication. This medication should not be taken by individuals with certain diseases or allergies, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, children under 10 years old, or individuals with certain liver or muscle diseases. Individuals with a history of alcohol abuse or liver disease, those with poor kidney function, those with hypothyroidism, individuals with a family history of muscle disorders, or those who have previously experienced muscle toxicity reactions, as well as elderly patients over 70 years old should use this medication with caution. Various side effects such as fatigue, muscle pain, indigestion, headache, insomnia, and skin rash may occur during treatment, so consult a doctor if any abnormal symptoms arise. In particular, if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, seek medical attention promptly, and blood tests should be conducted to check for muscle damage. This medication may affect liver function, so regular liver function tests should be conducted before and during treatment, and if symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or jaundice occur, discontinue immediately. Women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraception to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication and must discontinue use if pregnant. Breastfeeding women should not take this medication, as it may be passed to the baby through breast milk. This medication may interact with certain other medications, so inform and consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medications. Particular caution is required when used with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, certain antibiotics, antifungals, HIV treatments, certain antihypertensives, and hypoglycemic agents. In the event of an overdose, there is no specific antidote, so treatment should be based on symptoms, with monitoring of liver function and muscle condition. Keep out of reach of children and store in the original container to prevent misuse or degradation.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe overall fatigue, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, changes in urination

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the medication's effectiveness can be maintained and safely used.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle