Atorowplus Tablet 10/40 mg

Adult dosage

This medication is administered once daily regardless of meals. For primary hypercholesterolemia, a dosing range of 10/10 mg to 10/40 mg is used, with an initial dose of either 10/10 mg or 10/20 mg recommended. Patients requiring greater reductions in LDL cholesterol may have their dose adjusted. Blood lipid levels should be checked after an interval of more than 2 weeks following the initiation of treatment or dose adjustment.

This medication can rarely cause serious muscle problems, so patients should inform their doctor immediately if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs. If muscle problems worsen, it may affect kidney function, so discontinuation or temporary halt of treatment is necessary if there is kidney disease or risk factors present. This drug can affect liver function, so it should not be used if there is liver disease or abnormally high liver enzyme levels. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraception. The risk of myopathy may increase when taken with certain drugs, so patients using other medications should consult their doctor or pharmacist. Dizziness or fatigue may occur during treatment, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Safety in children has not been established, so it is not recommended. Older adults should use this medication carefully due to a higher likelihood of muscle problems. Regular liver function and muscle-related tests are recommended during treatment, and immediate consultation with medical staff is advised if any abnormal symptoms occur.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary issues

Mild side effects

• Paresthesia
• hypertension
• nasopharyngitis
• cough
• itching
• dizziness
• diabetes
• weakness
• malaise
• chest pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

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