PME Rosuvastatin Tablets 5 mg (Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dosage

The initial dosage is 5 mg once daily, and if greater reduction in LDL cholesterol is required, the maintenance dose can be adjusted. The maintenance dose is typically 10 mg once daily, which is sufficient for most patients. The maintenance dosage should be adjusted appropriately based on LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and patient's response at intervals of 4 weeks or more, with a maximum daily dose of 20 mg.

Children's dosage

The usual dosage range is 5 mg to 20 mg once daily. The administered dose should be adjusted individually based on the recommended treatment targets for each patient. The dosage should be adjusted at intervals of 4 weeks or more.

This medication should not be used in individuals who are allergic to any of its components. Patients with active liver disease or significantly elevated liver enzyme levels should not take this medication. Patients with muscle disorders or issues related to muscles should also refrain from using this medication. Particularly, individuals with severely impaired renal function, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and women of childbearing potential who are not using appropriate contraception should not take this medication. Dosages exceeding 40 mg are contraindicated in individuals at risk for muscle disorders. Caution should be exercised when using this medication in patients who consume large amounts of alcohol or have a history of liver disease, and regular liver function tests should be performed. Any occurrence of myalgia or muscle weakness should be reported to a healthcare provider immediately, and the medication should be discontinued if necessary. It is advisable to stop using this medication during acute severe illnesses. This medication may rarely cause severe myopathy or ocular myopathy, so it should be discontinued if such symptoms occur. In cases of concomitant use with certain medications, there may be an increased risk of muscle disorders, so exercise caution. It is recommended to perform regular kidney function tests when using 40 mg dosage. In Asian patients, drug concentrations may be higher, requiring dosage adjustment. Children and adolescents can use it, but their growth status should be monitored periodically. While taking this medication, side effects such as liver function abnormalities, increased blood sugar, myalgia, headache, dizziness, and other abnormal symptoms may occur, hence medical consultation should be sought if any adverse effects manifest. In case of severe skin rash or allergic reactions, the medication should be discontinued immediately and appropriate treatment sought. This medication may interact with other medications, so it's essential to inform your healthcare provider of any concurrent medication use. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medication and women planning to conceive should employ appropriate contraceptive methods. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so immediate medical attention is required.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness (severe allergic reaction), severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa (severe skin adverse reaction), shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory difficulties accompanied by cough and fever (respiratory problems), yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), significant lethargy (liver dysfunction), sudden and

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• itching
• rash and urticaria
• myalgia
• weakness
• hematuria

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container as it may be sensitive to air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's efficacy safely over time.

Appearance

Yellow colored round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle