Effect on controlling LDL cholesterol and improving dyslipidemia
Coronary artery disease
abnormal LDL cholesterol levels
abnormal triglyceride levels
mixed dyslipidemia
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Atorvastatin monotherapy effectively controls LDL cholesterol levels in adult patients at high risk for coronary artery disease. However, triglyceride levels may not be sufficiently improved with monotherapy alone. This medication particularly helps in the treatment of dyslipidemia with a focus on managing LDL cholesterol. It is used to lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases by regulating important lipid parameters in patients with mixed dyslipidemia.
How to take
Adult dose
This medication is to be administered only to adults, taking 2 to 4 capsules once daily with food to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort.
Precautions
This medication may cause muscular problems, so if muscle pain or weakness occurs, it should be discontinued immediately and a doctor should be consulted.
Patients with liver dysfunction must have liver function tests done before taking this medication and should have regular liver function tests while on it.
Patients with allergies to any of the components in this medication or those with liver disease or muscle disorders should not take it.
Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, should not take this medication, and if currently taking it, appropriate contraceptive methods should be used.
Children under 18 years of age should avoid this medication as its safety and efficacy have not been confirmed.
Patients with a history of alcohol addiction or liver disease should take this medication with caution and consult a doctor if necessary.
This medication may interact with certain drugs, so if currently taking other medications, it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist.
While taking this medication, inform your doctor immediately if symptoms such as muscle pain, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, jaundice occur.
Store this medication out of reach of children and keep it sealed in its original packaging.
There is no specific antidote for overdose; appropriate treatment should be administered based on symptoms, and regular checks on liver function and muscle condition should be performed.
Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.
Storage
This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that is air-tight, maintaining a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius. Additionally, care should be taken not to freeze the medication.
Appearance and packaging
Appearance
Opaque brown oblong soft capsule filled with light yellow oily substance and white round film-coated tablets
Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.
Questions about this medicine
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For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety. Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.