Ciptorin Tablets 10/20 mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily in the evening, regardless of meals. The dosage range for patients with primary hypercholesterolemia is 10/10 mg to 10/40 mg per day, with the generally recommended initial dose being 10/20 mg daily. For patients where there is less need for LDL cholesterol reduction, it may start at 10/10 mg per day. After initiation or dose adjustment, lipid levels should be checked at intervals of 4 weeks or more.

This medication is used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood. Muscle pain or weakness may occur during treatment, and if these symptoms develop, immediate consultation with a physician is necessary. Be especially cautious as the risk of muscle problems can increase when taking high doses or certain other medications. This medication may affect liver function, so it should not be taken in patients with liver disease or elevated liver enzyme levels. Moreover, pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and those planning to become pregnant should consult a physician. The risk of side effects may increase when taken with medications that inhibit certain enzymes, so any ongoing medications should be fully disclosed to a healthcare provider. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function may be more sensitive to side effects, necessitating careful monitoring. Regular liver function tests and muscle-related tests are recommended during administration, and any unusual symptoms should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately. There is no specific antidote in case of overdose, but appropriate treatment based on symptoms is needed. While taking this medication, the intake of certain foods like grapefruit juice should be limited, and attention to drug interactions with other medications is important.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), severe allergic reactions, rash, angioedema, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), polymorphic erythema, severe cutaneous adverse reactions, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, increased liver amino transferase levels, hepatitis, pancreatitis, dizziness, paresthesia, depression, drug-induced liver injury

Mild side effects

• Headache
• diarrhea
• influenza
• upper respiratory infection
• myalgia
• limb pain
• fatigue
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• constipation

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. To maintain its effectiveness, it is advisable to store it at room temperature between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A white to off-white, bilaterally convex, rectangular tablet

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 3)