Samsung Bi Tablet 10/10mg

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily in the evening, regardless of meals. For patients with primary hypercholesterolemia, the dosing range is between 10/10mg to 10/40mg daily, with the generally recommended starting dose being 10/20mg daily. Patients who have a lower need for LDL cholesterol reduction may start with 10/10mg daily, and dosage adjustments should be made after confirming blood lipid levels at intervals of 4 weeks or more.

This medication is primarily used to lower blood cholesterol levels. However, caution is needed as it may cause muscle-related issues during use. If muscle pain or weakness occurs, consult a doctor immediately. This medication should not be taken by individuals with liver disease or elevated liver enzymes. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication. The risk of side effects may increase when taken with certain other medications, so inform your doctor if you are taking other medications. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function should also use it with caution, and regular blood tests to monitor liver and muscle status are recommended. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so comply with the prescribed dosage and consult medical personnel immediately if abnormal symptoms appear. Finally, it is advisable to avoid certain foods like grapefruit juice during the medication period.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, angioedema, rash, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, abnormal breathing with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy

Mild side effects

• Headache
• diarrhea
• influenza
• upper respiratory infection
• muscle pain
• limb pain
• fatigue
• abdominal pain
• viral infection
• pharyngitis

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White to pale yellow, biconvex, rectangular tablets

Package unit

30 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 3)