Arotor Tablet 20 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Hydrate)

Adult dosage

For hyperlipidemia, the recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily as atorvastatin, but patients requiring more LDL cholesterol reduction may start at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. The dose range for this medication is 10 to 80 mg once daily. The initiation and adjustment of dosage should be individualized based on therapeutic goals and patient response, with lipid levels analyzed within 2 to 4 weeks after starting or adjusting the dose.

Children's dosage

The recommended initial dose for pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17) is 10 mg once daily, with a maximum recommended dose of 20 mg per day. Dosage should be adjusted according to therapeutic goals at intervals of 4 weeks or more.

This medication may cause muscle abnormalities, so if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, or if creatine kinase levels significantly increase, it should be discontinued immediately. Patients with impaired liver function or liver disease should not use this medication, and if symptoms of liver dysfunction arise, they should consult a doctor immediately. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. Children, especially those under 10 years of age, should not use this medication, and children aged 10 to 17 years should use it with caution. Individuals with a history of alcohol abuse or liver disease, patients with impaired kidney function, and individuals with hypothyroidism should consult a doctor before taking this medication. There may be interactions with other medications, so patients should inform their doctor or pharmacist of any medications they are currently taking. Particular caution is required when taken with certain antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, immunosuppressants, and some medications for hyperlipidemia. During the use of this medication, report symptoms such as muscle pain, fatigue, or fever to healthcare personnel immediately, and it is important to regularly monitor liver function and muscle status through blood tests. This medication should be avoided with grapefruit juice, as it may increase blood concentration and the risk of side effects, so avoid consuming grapefruit juice. Keep out of reach of children and store in the original container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reaction, fever accompanied by severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver issues (jaundice), sudden and very severe symptoms

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to store at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

100 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle