Atoezig 10/20 milligrams

Adult dosage

This medication is taken once daily, regardless of meals. For patients with primary hypercholesterolemia, it is used within a dosage range of 10/10mg to 10/40mg. A starting dose of either 10/10mg or 10/20mg is recommended. If a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol is needed, the dosage may be adjusted. After initiating treatment or adjusting the dose, check blood lipid levels at intervals of more than 2 weeks.

This medication has been reported to cause a rare side effect called rhabdomyolysis, which can lead to severe muscle damage. Particularly, patients with acute infections, hypotension, major surgery or trauma, or metabolic disorders should temporarily halt or discontinue this medication. It is not to be administered to those allergic to its ingredients, patients with severe liver dysfunction, muscle diseases, pregnant or nursing women, or those taking certain other medications. Patients with a history of alcohol addiction, liver disease, or risk factors for myopathy should use this medication with caution. If muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, or fever occurs, report immediately to a physician and get checked, and discontinue if necessary. Liver function abnormalities may occur, so regular liver function tests should be conducted before and during treatment. This medication should not be used in pregnant or nursing women, and women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraception while taking it. Since neurological symptoms like dizziness or headaches may occur, caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. There may be many drug interactions, so inform your physician or pharmacist of any concurrent medications. In the event of overdose, treatment should be symptomatic, and liver function and muscle condition should be monitored. It is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients or those with impaired kidney function should also use it with caution.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweat
• pallor
• severe rash with high fever
• blisters
• skin peeling
• pain of oral/eye mucosa

Mild side effects

• Numbness
• abnormal sensation
• hypertension
• increased ALT
• increased GGT
• nasopharyngitis
• cough
• itching
• dizziness
• diabetes

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to avoid exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help sustain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

White oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box[(10 tablets/PTP * 3)], 30 tablets/bottle