Atorvastatin Calcium 40 mg Tablets

Adult dosage

Administer 10 - 80 mg once daily, at any time of day regardless of meals. The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once daily, but in cases requiring a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol, it can be started at 20 mg or 40 mg once daily. Dosage should be individualized based on treatment goals and response, with lipid levels analyzed every 2 - 4 weeks to adjust the amount accordingly. For homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.

This drug may cause unusual symptoms related to muscle, so if muscle pain or weakness is severe or there is a significant increase in creatine kinase levels, treatment should be discontinued immediately. This drug should not be used in patients with specific liver diseases or severe hepatic impairment, and regular testing should be performed if liver function abnormalities are suspected. Pregnant or potentially pregnant women, as well as nursing mothers, should not take this drug, and women of childbearing age should ensure appropriate contraception while using it. This drug should not be administered to children under 10 years of age, and elderly patients over 65 should use it cautiously due to a higher risk of muscle-related side effects. This drug may interact with other medications, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist about any current medications, especially if taken with certain antibiotics, antifungals, HIV treatments, or some lipid-lowering agents, as dose adjustments or precautions may be necessary. During treatment, if symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, fever, or fatigue occur, it is crucial to inform medical personnel immediately, and regular blood tests are essential to monitor liver function and muscle status. This drug contains lactose and should not be taken by patients with lactose intolerance. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so treatment should be symptomatic, and liver function and muscle enzyme levels should be closely monitored. Keep this medication out of reach of children, and store it in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• angioedema
• tightness in the chest
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweat
• pallor
• anaphylaxis
• severe rash with high fever
• blisters

Mild side effects

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

This drug should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing the drug this way helps maintain its efficacy and safety.

Appearance

White, round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle