Lipar Tablets 10 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Hydrate)

Adult dose

For the treatment of hyperlipidemia, the recommended starting dose is 10 mg once daily; in cases where more significant reduction in LDL cholesterol is required, starting at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily is permissible. Dosing can range from 10 to 80 mg once daily. The dosage should be individualized based on therapeutic objectives and responses, with lipid levels analyzed within 2 to 4 weeks after starting or adjusting the dosage. Since the treatment goal is to lower LDL cholesterol levels, it is recommended to utilize LDL cholesterol levels during treatment initiation and response evaluation; however, if LDL cholesterol levels cannot be utilized, total cholesterol levels may be used to monitor treatment response. For patients with homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, the dose is 10 to 80 mg once daily, administered either in conjunction with other lipid-lowering treatments (e.g., LDL apheresis) or when such treatments are not feasible.

Child dose

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17), the recommended starting dose is 10 mg once daily, with a maximum dose of 20 mg once daily. The dosing may be adjusted appropriately based on therapeutic objectives.

This medication may cause muscle-related issues. Immediately discontinue use and consult a doctor if symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness occur. In cases of severe muscle pain or suspected muscle damage, a blood test should be conducted to check the extent of muscle damage. Patients with poor liver function or a history of liver disease should not use this medication, and should report any symptoms of liver dysfunction to healthcare providers immediately. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should not take this medication. Children under 10 years should not use this drug, while children and adolescents over 10 should use it cautiously under medical supervision. Caution is necessary for those with a history of alcohol dependence or liver disease while taking this medication, and regular liver function tests are recommended. This medication may interact with certain drugs; if other medications are being taken, be sure to inform the doctor or pharmacist. Caution is especially warranted when taking it with certain antibiotics, antifungals, HIV treatments, and grapefruit juice. If symptoms such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, or fever occur while taking this medication, inform healthcare providers immediately for testing. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance should not take it. Elderly patients are at higher risk for muscle-related side effects, so they should be more cautious. Patients with impaired kidney function should closely monitor for muscle issues. In the case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, but appropriate treatment according to symptoms should be received, and liver function and muscle-related tests should be performed. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pale skin, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues accompanying cough and fever, breathing problems, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy, liver dysfunction (jaundice), sudden and

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be kept in a tightly closed container. It should be stored at room temperature, specifically between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle