Dutorex 10/10 mg

Adult dosage

This medication is taken once daily regardless of meals. For primary hypercholesterolemia, the dosage can be adjusted from 10/10 mg to 10/80 mg, with a starting dose of 10/10 mg or 10/20 mg recommended. For patients requiring greater LDL cholesterol reduction, a starting dose of 10/40 mg may be given. After initiation of therapy or dose adjustment, lipid levels should be checked at intervals of at least 2 weeks.

This medication is used to lower blood cholesterol levels. There is a risk of muscle problems, so if sudden muscle pain or weakness occurs, inform your doctor immediately. Special caution is needed as severe muscle pain or damage can lead to kidney function issues. It may affect liver function, so liver function tests should be conducted before starting this medication and regularly monitored during treatment. It is advisable not to take this medication if you have liver disease or abnormally high liver enzyme levels. Women who are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are nursing should not take this medication. Patients with a history of heavy alcohol consumption, liver disease, elderly patients, or those with impaired kidney function should be extra cautious when taking this medication. The risk of muscle damage may increase when taken with other medications, so inform healthcare providers of any medications being taken. This medication contains lactose, so those with lactose intolerance should be cautious. Side effects such as dizziness, muscle pain, or abdominal pain may occur, and if symptoms are severe, consult a doctor. Regular blood tests to check liver function and muscle condition are important during treatment. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established, so it is not recommended. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery as dizziness may occur. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, so immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment, and liver function and muscle condition should be monitored.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urine retention.

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• abdominal pain
• elevated liver enzymes
• dizziness
• cough
• nausea
• diarrhea
• joint pain
• muscle weakness
• musculoskeletal pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature to preserve the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

White, biconvex, film-coated oblong tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP [(10 tablets/PTP x 3)]