Vasimiba Tablet 10/20

Adult dose

This medication is taken once daily in the evening, regardless of meals. The dosage range for patients with primary hypercholesterolemia is 10/10mg to 10/40mg daily, and the usual recommended starting dose is 10/20mg daily. Patients with less need for LDL cholesterol reduction may start with 10/10mg daily. After starting treatment or adjusting the dose, lipid levels should be checked at intervals of at least 4 weeks.

This medication is used to lower blood cholesterol levels. Be cautious as muscle abnormalities can occur while taking this drug. It is important to immediately inform a doctor if muscle pain or weakness occurs. Especially with high doses of this medication, the risk of muscle damage may increase, so it should be taken according to a doctor's instructions. For patients with poor liver function or liver disease, it is safer not to take this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication, and those planning to become pregnant should consult a doctor before use. There are many interactions with other medications, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist of any currently taken drugs. Special caution is required when taken with medications that interfere with the metabolism of this drug in the liver, as the risk of muscle damage may increase. Older adults and children may need dose adjustment or careful administration. Regular blood tests to monitor liver function and muscle condition are recommended while taking this medication. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so treatment will be symptom-based. It is advisable to avoid grapefruit juice and concurrent use with certain medications while on this medication, and to consult medical personnel before starting new medications.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, rash, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), erythema multiforme, pancreatitis, hepatitis (including chronic active hepatitis), cholestatic jaundice, cirrhosis, fulminant hepatic necrosis, liver cancer, liver failure, weakness (severe muscular weakness), phototoxicity, fever, chills, flushing, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, respiratory distress, asthma attacks, cough with fever accompanied respiratory abnormalities, skin

Mild side effects

Headache, diarrhea, influenza, upper respiratory infections, muscle pain, limb pain, fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, constipation, dyspepsia, flatulence, increased serum creatine phosphokinase (CPK), weight loss, insomnia, gastritis, atrophic gastritis, mucus stool, irritable bowel syndrome, sore throat, nocturia, hematuria, pruritus, weakness, sensory loss, cough, cataract progression, gynecomastia, decreased libido, sexual dysfunction, dizziness, fainting, sensory abnormalities,

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, it is important to maintain a room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding both high and low temperatures, to ensure the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White to off-white, double convex, oblong tablets

Package unit

- - 30 tablets / PTP [10 tablets / Alu-Alu × 3]