Atorow Plus Tablet 10/20 Milligrams

Adult dosage

This medication is administered once daily, regardless of meals. The dosage range is from 10/10mg to 10/40mg per day. A starting dose of 10/10mg or 10/20mg is recommended. In patients requiring more significant reductions in LDL cholesterol, the dosage may be adjusted. After starting the treatment or adjusting the dosage, lipid levels should be checked at intervals of more than 2 weeks before any further adjustments are made.

There have been reports of a rare side effect called rhabdomyolysis, which can cause serious muscle problems with this medication. Due to the risk of rapidly deteriorating kidney function due to such muscle issues, patients who are very ill from infections, surgery, or trauma should temporarily stop or discontinue this medication. Patients with known allergies to any of this medication's components or those with active liver disease, muscle disorders, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients taking certain antiviral medications should not take this medication. Furthermore, patients with genetic issues like lactose intolerance should avoid this medication. Alcoholics, patients with a history of liver disease, those with poor kidney function or hypothyroidism, patients with a family history of muscle diseases, and elderly patients aged 70 and over should use this medication cautiously. If symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, or fever occur during treatment, patients should inform their doctor immediately, and blood tests may be needed to check for muscle damage if necessary. Liver function tests should also be performed regularly before and during treatment, and if liver enzyme levels rise significantly, the medication may need to be discontinued. This medication interacts with many other drugs, so patients must inform their doctor or pharmacist of any other medications they are taking. Special caution is required when taking medications that affect liver metabolism or those that impact the muscles. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not use this medication, and women of childbearing age should take appropriate contraceptive measures while on this medication. This medication is not recommended for children, and caution is advised for the elderly due to a higher risk of muscle abnormalities. In the case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and treatment should be based on symptoms, with careful monitoring of liver function and muscle status. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and it is best not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Decreased sensation
• abnormal sensation
• nasopharyngitis
• cough
• itching
• dizziness
• hypertension
• diabetes
• headache
• fatigue

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safest to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer duration.

Appearance

White, oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

For domestic use - 30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP x 3)]