Atoratin Tablet 20 mg (Atorvastatin Calcium Trihydrate)

Adult dosage

The recommended starting dose for the treatment of hyperlipidemia is 10 mg of atorvastatin once daily; however, in cases where a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol is needed, it can be initiated at 20 mg or 40 mg. The dosing is individualized and adjusted within a range of 10 to 80 mg once daily based on treatment goals and patient characteristics. Lipid levels should be analyzed within 2 to 4 weeks after initiation and dosage adjustments.

Children's dosage

For pediatric patients with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (ages 10 to 17), the recommended starting dose is 10 mg once daily, and the recommended maximum dose is 20 mg once daily. The dosage should be adjusted based on treatment goals with an interval of 4 weeks or more.

This medication may cause muscle abnormalities; therefore, if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, the medication should be immediately discontinued and a doctor should be consulted. If there is a significant increase in muscle enzyme levels or suspicion of myopathy, the use of this medication should be stopped. It should not be used in patients with liver function issues or liver disease, and if liver function tests show abnormalities, medical personnel should be notified immediately. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breastfeeding should not take this medication. It is not recommended for children, especially those under 10 years of age. Those with allergic reactions to this medication or hypersensitivity to its components should avoid use. Patients with a history of alcohol addiction or liver disease should use this medication cautiously and undergo regular assessments as directed by their doctor. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function are also at increased risk of myopathy and should use caution. There may be interactions when taken with other medications; therefore, inform your doctor about any medications you are currently taking. Special caution is advised when using this medication together with certain antibiotics, antifungals, HIV treatments, specific heart medications, grapefruit juice, etc. If symptoms such as muscle pain, fatigue, fever, etc. arise during treatment, inform medical personnel immediately and undergo testing. Additionally, if serious skin reactions occur such as rash, itching, hives, or in severe cases, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, discontinue use. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should be stored in its original container. There is no specific antidote for overdose; appropriate treatment should be provided based on symptoms, with regular blood tests and liver function tests being necessary.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning-like headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is safe to keep it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

White, round, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets - 30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets - 300 tablets/bottle