Rosuvastatin/Amlodipine Tablets 20/10 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered only to adults, and the dosing should be individualized based on the efficacy and tolerability of rosuvastatin/amlodipine components for each patient. Amlodipine: For adults, administer 5mg orally once daily, with the dose able to be increased to a maximum of 10mg per day based on patient's response. Rosuvastatin: The initial dose is 5mg once daily, and the maintenance dose is 10mg once daily for most patients.

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to specific ingredients. It should not be administered to pregnant or potentially pregnant women, or nursing mothers, and should only be used with caution in cases where the likelihood of pregnancy is deemed low. It should be avoided in patients with severely impaired liver function or active liver disease, severe aortic stenosis, shock state, myopathy, and in patients who are taking certain medications concurrently. This medication is also not recommended for patients with severely impaired kidney function. Particular caution is required for patients with a history of muscle disease or at risk of muscle toxicity, and should a patient experience muscle pain or weakness, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. During treatment, it is advisable to regularly monitor liver enzyme tests, and if symptoms of liver dysfunction arise, the medication should be immediately discontinued. Dosing adjustments and monitoring should be done carefully for the elderly, those with renal failure, and patients with low blood pressure. This medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare providers of any current medications being taken. It should not be used during pregnancy or nursing, and appropriate contraceptive measures should be taken if planning to conceive. Safety and efficacy have not been established for pediatric use, so it is advisable not to administer it to children. In case of overdose, immediate visit to a medical institution for appropriate treatment is necessary, and the medication should be kept out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, DRESS, etc.)
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe systemic reaction

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• muscle pain
• weakness
• fatigue
• sensory disturbances
• itching

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to keep the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle