Mytorin Tablets 10/10 Milligrams

Adult dose

This medication is administered once daily in the evening, regardless of meals. The dosage range for patients with primary hypercholesterolemia is 10/10mg to 10/40mg daily, with a standard initial dose typically recommended as 10/20mg daily. Patients who require less reduction in LDL cholesterol may start with 10/10mg once daily. After starting treatment or adjusting the dose, blood lipid levels should be checked at intervals of more than 4 weeks.

This medication is used to lower cholesterol levels in the blood and helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Serious muscle-related adverse reactions, such as myopathy or rhabdomyolysis, may occur when taking this medication, so caution is advised. If symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness appear, consult a physician immediately. Additionally, this medication may affect liver function, so patients with liver disease or abnormally high liver function test results should not take it. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication, and women of childbearing age should only take it after confirming the possibility of pregnancy. The risk of myopathy may increase when this medication is taken with certain other drugs; therefore, it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist about any medications being taken. Elderly patients and those with chronic kidney disease require closer monitoring when taking this medication. During treatment, it is recommended to regularly check blood tests to monitor liver function and muscle condition. It is advisable to avoid certain foods or drinks, such as grapefruit juice, while taking this medication, and to seek immediate medical help in case of overdose. Lastly, if any new symptoms or adverse reactions arise during treatment with this medication, inform medical personnel immediately and seek consultation.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions
• High fever accompanied by severe rash, blisters, skin shedding, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions
• Shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Sudden and severe headache

Mild side effects

• Headache
• diarrhea
• influenza
• upper respiratory tract infection
• muscle pain
• limb pain
• fatigue
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• constipation

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

White to pale yellow, bilaterally convex rectangular tablets

Package unit

For domestic use - 30 tablets/PTP [(10 tablets/PTPX3)]