Ebejett Tablets 10/10 mg (Ezetimibe, Atorvastatin)

Adult dosage

This medication is to be taken once daily, regardless of meals. The dosing range for primary hypercholesterolemia is 10/10 mg to 10/80 mg daily, with a recommended starting dose of 10/10 mg or 10/20 mg daily. For patients requiring more significant reductions in LDL cholesterol, a starting dose of 10/40 mg daily is recommended. After administration, lipid levels should be monitored after an interval of at least two weeks to adjust the dosage.

This drug has been reported to cause a rare side effect called rhabdomyolysis, which can lead to serious muscle damage. Patients who develop severe muscle disorder symptoms or have kidney function issues should temporarily stop or discontinue this medication. It should not be administered to patients with allergies to specific components, those with severely impaired liver function, patients with muscle diseases, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or patients taking certain antiviral medications. Caution is advised for patients with alcohol dependence, a history of liver disease, moderate to severe liver dysfunction, or elderly patients with risk factors for myopathy. This drug may cause side effects such as muscle pain, abdominal pain, increased liver enzymes, etc., so if any abnormal symptoms occur, consultation with a physician should occur immediately. Regular monitoring of liver function and muscle status is important before and during treatment, particularly reporting symptoms such as muscle pain, malaise, or fever promptly. There may be interactions with other medications, so any concurrent medications should be disclosed, and caution is needed when used with some antibiotics, antiviral agents, or fibrates. Women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraceptive methods while taking this drug and should discontinue use immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Symptoms such as dizziness may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. Additionally, this drug has not been established to be safe or effective in children and is not recommended. In case of overdose, there are no specific antidotes; treatment and supportive care should be provided based on symptoms. This drug should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, mouth/eye mucosal pain, severe skin adverse reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme), shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever accompanied respiratory abnormalities, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), general malaise

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• fatigue
• headache
• joint pain
• muscle weakness
• musculoskeletal pain

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it should be stored at room temperature, specifically between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius, and not in excessively hot or cold conditions.

Appearance

White, biconvex, film-coated rectangular tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP)x3]