Elzero Tablet 4 mg (Pitavastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

For adults, the initial 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 daily. Adjustments should be made appropriately with a 4-week interval or longer.

This drug should not be used in certain patients. For example, it should not be administered to patients who are allergic to any component of this drug, those with severely impaired liver function, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, nursing women, and children. Additionally, patients with renal function abnormalities or a history of liver disease should exercise caution when using this drug. Specifically, the risk of muscle-related problems may increase when taken with certain other medications, so it is advisable to avoid combination therapy. While taking this drug, side effects such as muscle pain, weakness, skin rash, digestive discomfort, and liver function abnormalities may occur, and any abnormal symptoms should be consulted with medical personnel immediately. Regular liver function tests should be conducted, and the medication may need to be discontinued if liver levels are elevated. Treatment should be discontinued if muscle-related symptoms or abnormalities are found in blood tests. As this drug is used for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia, it is important to check blood lipid levels before administration and to follow a diet and exercise regimen. Elderly patients or those with specific conditions may be at higher risk for side effects, requiring careful dose adjustment and close observation. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, and it should also be avoided if pregnancy is planned. This drug may interact with other medications, so it is essential to inform medical personnel about any ongoing prescriptions. Finally, this drug should be swallowed whole without splitting, and it must be stored out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, breathing difficulties, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, cough with fever accompanied respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• rash
• fatigue
• numbness
• itching
• stiffness
• drowsiness
• insomnia
• headache
• heavy head

This drug may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that protects it from light. Additionally, the drug should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet with a score line

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle