Pitavon 4 mg (Pitavastatin Calcium)

Adult dose

For adults, the usual starting dose is 1-2 mg of pitavastatin calcium once daily. If the LDL cholesterol-lowering effect is insufficient, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 4 mg daily. The dose should be adjusted appropriately at intervals of 4 weeks or more, depending on LDL cholesterol levels, treatment goals, and the patient’s response.

This medicine should not be used in certain patients. For example, it should not be administered to patients with allergies to this drug, those with liver problems, patients with severe liver dysfunction or cholestasis, patients taking cyclosporine, patients with myopathy, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, nursing mothers, and children. Furthermore, caution should be exercised when administering to patients with compromised kidney function or a history of liver dysfunction, patients who consume alcohol excessively, patients with hypothyroidism or family histories of muscle diseases, the elderly, and patients with severe myasthenia gravis. When taking this medicine, symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, or signs of liver dysfunction may occur, so if these symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Regular liver function tests should be performed, and it is important to check for liver dysfunction within the first 12 weeks of treatment. This medicine may interact with other drugs, especially if the patient is taking cyclosporine, fibrate drugs, or niacin, so caution is required. Monitoring should be conducted according to the doctor's instructions to observe for muscle-related adverse reactions or worsening kidney function when used in conjunction with this medicine. Older adults may experience adverse reactions more easily due to decreased physiological functions, so caution is advised when taking this medicine. Pregnant or nursing mothers should not take this medication, and women who may become pregnant should ensure pregnancy status before taking it. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so it is best not to use it. When taking this medicine, do not split the tablet, and swallow it whole, keeping it out of the reach of children. Also, do not store the medicine in another container after removing it from the original package. Since this medicine is used to treat hypercholesterolemia, it is advisable to undergo thorough testing and to follow a dietary and exercise regimen before starting treatment. Blood lipid levels should be monitored regularly during treatment to confirm treatment efficacy.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mouth/eye mucous membranes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory disturbances with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, alteration of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• rash
• fatigue
• paralysis
• itching
• dry mouth
• dyspepsia
• abdominal distension
• constipation
• stomatitis

This medicine may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container that can block light. Additionally, it is best to store the medicine at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the medicine's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet with a score line

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle