J-Bastat 10 mg (Rosuvastatin Calcium)

Adult dosage

Can be taken at any time during the day, regardless of meals. The starting dose is 5 mg once daily and can be adjusted to the maintenance dose as required. The maintenance dose is 10 mg once daily, and after evaluation at intervals of at least 4 weeks, can be increased to a maximum of 20 mg per day.

Children's dosage

For pediatric patients aged 10 to 17, the dose is 5 to 20 mg once daily. The dosage should be individually adjusted based on treatment goals and can be modified at intervals of at least 4 weeks. Safety and efficacy in children under 10 years of age have not been established.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, individuals who are allergic to this medication, have severe liver dysfunction, have muscle disorders, or are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication. Furthermore, this medication may affect liver function; therefore, patients with a history of liver disease must undergo regular liver function tests before and during treatment. Symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness may appear, so it is essential to inform the physician immediately if these symptoms occur. Particularly, if muscle problems worsen, discontinuation of the medication may be necessary. This medication should be used with caution in patients who excessively consume alcohol or have hypothyroidism. In addition, the risk of muscle toxicity may increase when used in combination with other specific medications, so patients must inform their doctor or pharmacist of any other medications they are taking. This medication contains lactose, so it is advisable for patients with lactose intolerance not to take it. Women who can become pregnant should ensure adequate contraception while taking this medication and must stop taking it immediately if they become pregnant. There is no specific antidote for overdose; therefore, treatment according to symptoms and liver function and muscle enzyme testing may be necessary. Dizziness may occur while driving or operating machinery, so caution is needed. This medication can rarely cause severe skin reactions or liver damage; hence, if a rash, jaundice, or severe fatigue occurs, it is critical to consult healthcare professionals immediately. Lastly, this medication may also be used in children and adolescents, but monitoring for impacts on growth and development is necessary.

Serious side effects

Allergic reactions including hives and angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), rhabdomyolysis, immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy, severe muscle weakness, ophthalmoplegia, jaundice, hepatitis, acute kidney failure, oliguria, thrombocytopenia, increased creatinine levels, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, dyspnea, severe edema or urinary issues

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• itching
• rash
• myalgia
• weakness
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the medication's efficacy and safety can be maintained for an extended period.

Appearance

Pink round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/Alu-Alu X 3)], 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle