Adwin Tablet 10 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Hydrate)

Adult dosage

For hyperlipidemia, the recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily. If greater reductions in LDL cholesterol are required, it may be started at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. The dosing range is from 10 mg to 80 mg once daily. Doses should be individualized based on treatment goals and patient response, with lipid levels analyzed within 2-4 weeks to adjust the dosage. The goal of therapy is to lower LDL cholesterol.

Children's dosage

The recommended initial dose for pediatric patients (ages 10-17) with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia is 10 mg per day, with a maximum dose of 20 mg per day. Dose adjustments should be made with intervals of more than 4 weeks based on treatment goals.

This medicine may cause abnormal symptoms in muscles; therefore, if muscle pain or weakness is severe, or if creatine kinase levels rise significantly, use should be discontinued immediately. This medicine should not be used in certain patients, such as those with liver disease, those who are pregnant or children under 10 years of age, and patients who are allergic to any component of this medication. Patients with poor liver or kidney function, the elderly, and those with a history of muscle disorders should particularly exercise caution when using this medication. Various side effects such as liver dysfunction, gastrointestinal symptoms, headache, muscle pain, and skin rash may occur; if any abnormal symptoms arise, consult a healthcare professional. This medicine may interact with other drugs, particularly those metabolized by the liver and certain antibiotics, antivirals, and antifungals, so caution is required when taken together. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use this medicine, and women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraceptive methods while taking this medication. Children and the elderly should be monitored more closely and have dosage adjustments as needed. In the event of overdose, since there is no specific antidote, treatment should be based on symptoms, and liver function and muscle status should be regularly monitored. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is safe to keep it in its original container. If symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, or fever occur during the course of taking this medication, notify a doctor immediately and undergo necessary examinations.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash accompanied by fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain of oral/ocular mucosa, wheezing or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme malaise, sudden severe headache, lightning headache, seizure, confusion, vision problems, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

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

This medicine is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, avoid extremely hot or cold places, and it is best to keep it at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle