Rosukoma Soft Capsule

Adult dose

Administered only to adults, 2-4 capsules should be taken once daily with meals to avoid gastrointestinal disturbances (1,000mg of omega-3 acid ethyl ester/5mg of Rosuvastatin per capsule).

This medication should not be used by certain patients. For example, individuals with allergies to its ingredients, patients with severe liver dysfunction, patients with muscle disorders, patients taking certain immunosuppressants, patients with severe kidney dysfunction, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and children under 18 years old should not take this medication. Additionally, before taking this medication, regular liver function tests and muscle-related tests should be conducted, and if symptoms such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, or fever occur, patients should immediately inform their doctor or pharmacist. Individuals who consume a lot of alcohol or have a history of liver disease should take this medication with caution, and those with hypothyroidism or nephrotic syndrome should treat these conditions first before using this medication. This medication is used for the treatment of hyperlipidemia, but the risk of side effects such as muscle damage or worsening kidney function can increase with higher doses; therefore, doses above 40mg are not recommended for patients at high risk of muscle disorders. During the use of this medication, liver function and muscle enzyme levels should be regularly checked, and if any abnormal symptoms occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and the patient should consult healthcare professionals. Particularly, when used in conjunction with certain other medications, the blood concentration of this medication may increase, raising the risk of side effects; therefore, patients must inform their healthcare provider if they are taking other medications. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this medication, and women who may become pregnant should use appropriate contraception. For children and the elderly, caution is required as the safety and efficacy of this medication have not been sufficiently established. In the event of an overdose, there is no specific antidote available, so immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment, and liver function and muscle enzyme tests should be conducted to assess the condition. Lastly, this medication should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• constipation
• nausea
• abdominal pain
• redness
• myalgia
• arthralgia
• weakness
• itching

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to prolong the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

Oblong soft capsule filled with a yellowish oily substance coated in white film.

Package unit

100 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP X10]