Lobaduet Tablet 10/10 mg

Adult dose

This medication is taken once daily, regardless of meals. The dosage range is from 10/5 mg to 10/20 mg daily. A starting dose of 10/5 mg per day is recommended. In patients requiring a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol, the dosage can be adjusted. After initiating treatment or adjusting the dosage, blood lipid levels should be checked at intervals of at least 4 weeks, and the dosage should be adjusted accordingly.

This medication carries a risk of muscle problems, so if muscle pain or weakness occurs, it should be reported to a doctor immediately. Special caution is needed in cases of severe infections, hypotension, major surgery or trauma, and metabolic disorders, as the risk of muscle damage and kidney problems increases. Individuals allergic to this medication's active ingredients or components, those with severe liver dysfunction, muscle disorders, specific renal impairment, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid taking this medication. Moreover, the risk of muscle damage may increase when taking certain medications together, so patients should consult a doctor or pharmacist if they are taking other drugs. This medication may affect liver function, so those with liver disease or elevated liver enzyme levels must consult a physician before use. During treatment, regular liver function and muscle-related tests should be performed, and any abnormal symptoms should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately. Elderly patients or those with impaired renal function are also at an increased risk for muscle damage, so caution is necessary when taking this medication. This medication may harm the fetus during pregnancy, so it should not be taken if planning to become pregnant or if pregnant, and women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraception while taking it. Safety in children and adolescents has not been established, so its use is not recommended. In case of overdose, as there is no specific antidote, one must immediately go to the hospital for treatment according to symptoms and undergo liver function and muscle enzyme tests. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers. Caution should be taken for dizziness that may occur while driving or operating machinery. Any unusual symptoms experienced during the use of this medication should be discussed with a doctor to take appropriate measures.

Serious side effects

Hives, swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reactions, high fever with severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucous membranes, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headaches, lightning pain

Mild side effects

Headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, edema, muscle pain, dry mouth, elevated liver enzymes, abnormal liver function test results, increased blood lactate dehydrogenase enzyme, itching, elevated blood sugar, increased CPK levels, chest discomfort, upper respiratory infections, thrombocytopenia, dermatitis, skin burning, alopecia, nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal bloating, muscle cramps, erectile dysfunction, weakness, joint pain, fatigue, numbness, sensory abnormalities, fainting, generalized pain, tenderness

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to avoid contact with air or humidity, and the storage temperature should be maintained between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. By doing so, the effectiveness of the medication can be well maintained, and degradation can be prevented.

Appearance

Yellow rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 3], 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle