Atorqjet Tablet 10/20 mg

Adult dosage

This drug is administered once daily regardless of meals. For primary hypercholesterolemia, the dosing range is 10/10 mg to 10/80 mg, with an initial recommended dose of 10/10 mg or 10/20 mg once daily. For patients requiring more significant LDL cholesterol reduction, an initial dose of 10/40 mg once daily is recommended. After starting treatment or adjusting the dose, blood lipid levels should be checked with an interval of more than 2 weeks.

This drug has been reported to cause a rare side effect called rhabdomyolysis, which can lead to severe muscle damage. Therefore, if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, you should inform your doctor immediately. Due to the risk of kidney dysfunction caused by muscle damage, it may be necessary to temporarily stop taking this drug in the presence of risk factors such as severe infections, surgeries, or trauma. This drug is contraindicated in some patients, particularly those with liver disease or muscle disorders, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients taking certain medications. Alcoholics, patients with reduced liver function, elderly patients, and those with hypothyroidism should consult a physician before taking this medication. This drug may increase liver enzyme levels, so regular liver function tests are necessary. If symptoms of liver damage (nausea, vomiting, fatigue, etc.) occur, you should inform your healthcare provider immediately. Blood sugar levels may rise during treatment with this drug, so patients at risk of diabetes should carefully manage their blood sugar. Some patients may experience side effects such as headache, dizziness, indigestion, or muscle pain, and should consult a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen. This drug should not be administered to pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, and appropriate contraceptive methods should be used during treatment. It is preferable for breastfeeding women not to take this drug. This drug should be kept out of reach of children for safety. There are many interactions with other medications, so inform your healthcare provider of any other drugs you are taking. If symptoms such as muscle pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, or fever occur while taking this medication, seek medical attention immediately. There is no specific antidote for overdose, so treatment should be based on symptoms, and liver function and muscle enzyme tests are necessary. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery as this drug may cause dizziness.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, severe skin abnormal reactions, shortness of breath or difficult breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory symptoms accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice)

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• diarrhea
• joint pain
• muscle weakness
• musculoskeletal pain
• hyperkalemia
• bronchitis
• sinusitis

This drug can be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, avoid storage in excessively hot or cold areas, and it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White or off-white rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/box[(10 tablets/Alu-Alu× 3)]