Lipitor M Extended Release Tablet 10/750 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily to adults, along with the evening meal.

This drug can rarely cause a serious metabolic disorder called lactic acidosis; if symptoms appear, medical personnel should be notified immediately. In addition, caution is advised when used with other diabetes medications due to the risk of hypoglycemia. If muscle pain or weakness occurs, or if muscle-related test values increase, discontinue use of this drug and consult a physician. Patients with severely impaired kidney function, acute kidney problems, severe infections, or acute myocardial infarction should not use this medication. The medication should be discontinued for a certain period before and after surgery, and can be resumed only after kidney function is confirmed to be normal. It is contraindicated for use in pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and children under 10 years of age. It is advised to avoid alcohol while taking this medication, and regular kidney and liver function tests should be conducted. If gastrointestinal disturbances, muscle pain, fatigue, or dizziness occur during use, consult medical personnel. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform medical personnel of any other medications being taken. Do not crush or chew the tablets; swallow them whole and keep them out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Lactic acidosis, severe lactic acidosis, severe edema, severe hypoglycemia, severe myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, acute renal failure, renal failure, acute myocardial infarction, sepsis, cardiovascular collapse (shock), acute heart failure, severe muscle weakness, ocular myasthenia, skin and mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), erythema multiforme, anaphylaxis, hepatic failure, fulminant hepatitis, jaundice, acute hepatitis, hepatitis, hemorrhagic stroke.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• diarrhea
• dyspepsia
• abdominal pain
• constipation
• gastritis
• gastrointestinal disturbances
• vomiting
• irritable bowel syndrome
• hypoglycemia

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This storage method helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Pale yellow, bilaterally convex, egg-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

7 tablets per bottle, 30 tablets per bottle