Lovastatin-Ezetimibe Tablet 10/20 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily regardless of meals. For primary hypercholesterolemia, an initial dose of 10/5 mg per day is recommended. For patients requiring greater LDL cholesterol reduction, the dose may be adjusted accordingly. After initiation of treatment or dose adjustment, lipid levels should be checked at intervals of at least 4 weeks to adjust the dose as per the results, with a maximum daily dose of up to 10/20 mg.

This medication may affect muscles, so if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, consult a physician immediately. Patients with severe infections, hypotension, after major surgery, or with impaired kidney function may need to pause or discontinue use of this medication. This drug is not administered to patients with certain diseases or allergies. It should not be taken by individuals with severe liver dysfunction, muscle disorders, or by pregnant or nursing women. Alcoholics, patients with a history of liver disease, those with impaired kidney function, and the elderly should exercise greater caution when using this drug and consult their physician about potential side effects when taking this drug with other medications. During treatment, it is important to regularly check liver function and muscle condition. If liver enzyme levels increase or muscle-related markers are abnormally elevated, drug administration may need to be stopped. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not take this medication, and women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraceptive methods. Additionally, this medication is not recommended for children. This drug may interact with other medications, so if you are currently taking other medicines, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. Caution is particularly needed when used with anticoagulants, certain antibiotics, and medications affecting liver function. If sudden skin rashes, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or breathing difficulties occur while taking the medication, notify healthcare providers immediately. Finally, this medicine should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its designated container under proper storage conditions.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucous membranes, severe dermatological reactions, dyspnea or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice with yellowing of skin or eyes, extreme lethargy, liver issues (jaundice), sudden

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• nasopharyngitis
• fatigue
• muscle pain
• rash
• headache
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• allergic reactions

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Pink, biconvex, oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets