Pitavro Tablets 2mg (Pitavastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

For adults, the usual starting dose of Pitavastatin Calcium is 1-2 mg once daily. If the LDL cholesterol-lowering effect is insufficient, the dose may be increased up to a maximum of 4 mg per day. Dosage should be appropriately adjusted at intervals of 4 weeks or more based on LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and patient response.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. Patients with an allergy to any component of this drug, those with liver function issues, severe liver disease, or cholestasis, and those taking cyclosporine should not use it. It is also contraindicated in individuals with myopathy, those who are pregnant or may become pregnant, breastfeeding women, and children. Additionally, patients with lactose intolerance or specific genetic issues should not take this medication. Caution should be exercised when using this drug in patients with renal dysfunction, a history of liver disease, excessive alcohol consumption, and the elderly. Notably, muscle damage or worsening of renal function may occur when combined with certain medications, so close monitoring is required when using these drugs together. During treatment with this drug, side effects such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, abdominal pain, rash, fatigue, and liver function abnormalities may occur, so patients should consult medical professionals immediately if these symptoms arise. Regular liver function tests should be performed, and drug therapy should be discontinued if abnormalities are detected. As this drug is used to treat hypercholesterolemia, it is crucial to confirm the diagnosis of hypercholesterolemia through thorough testing before starting treatment, and dietary and exercise considerations should be taken into account. Blood lipid levels should be regularly monitored during treatment to evaluate therapeutic efficacy. This drug may interact with certain medications, so patients should inform healthcare providers about any other medications they are taking, particularly when combined with cyclosporine, fibrates, niacin, or erythromycin. Elderly patients may experience side effects more readily due to decreased bodily function, so dosage adjustments and caution are necessary. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and women of childbearing potential should check for pregnancy before starting treatment. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so use in this population is not advised. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in its original container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe allergic reaction, severe rash accompanied by fever, blisters, peeling skin, painful mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, difficulty catching breath or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by coughing and fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and intense

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• rash
• malaise
• paresthesia
• itching
• stiffness
• drowsiness
• insomnia
• headache
• heaviness in the head

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in an opaque container that does not allow light in. It is also important to store it at room temperature, between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Very pale yellowish-red round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle