Azet Duo Tablet 10/10mg

Adult dosage

This medication is taken once daily regardless of meals. The dosage range is from 10/10mg to 10/80mg per day, with the recommended initial doses being 10/10mg or 10/20mg per day. For patients requiring a significant reduction in LDL cholesterol, an initial dose of 10/40mg per day is recommended. After starting treatment or adjusting the dose, lipid levels in the blood should be checked after an interval of at least 2 weeks to adjust the dosage accordingly.

This medication is used to lower blood cholesterol levels. However, it can rarely cause serious muscle damage leading to kidney dysfunction, so symptoms such as muscle pain or weakness should be reported to a physician immediately. Patients at higher risk for myopathy or rhabdomyolysis may require temporary or permanent discontinuation of treatment. Patients with allergies to this medication or severely impaired liver function, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this medication. Additionally, patients with muscle diseases or those taking specific antiviral medications should also avoid using this medication. Alcoholics, those with a history of liver disease, the elderly, and patients with reduced kidney function should take special care when using this medication. This medication can affect liver function, so regular liver function tests should be conducted before and during treatment. Side effects such as muscle pain, abdominal pain, increased liver enzyme levels may occur, and if such symptoms persist or worsen, medical consultation is advised. Drug interactions may occur when used in combination with other medications, so be sure to inform healthcare providers of any other medications currently being taken. Women of childbearing potential should use appropriate contraception during the use of this medication, and should discontinue use immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Safety and efficacy have not been established in children, so it is not recommended for pediatric use. There is no specific antidote in case of overdose, so appropriate treatment and supportive care are needed depending on the symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma exacerbation, respiratory difficulties with cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue throughout the body, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary problems.

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• abdominal pain
• hyperkalemia
• dizziness
• cough
• joint pain
• muscle weakness
• musculoskeletal pain
• nausea
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container as it may be sensitive to air or moisture. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage can help maintain the drug’s effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

White, bi-convex, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP x 3]