Atorvaem Tablet 10/20 mg

Adult dosage

This medication is taken once daily regardless of meals. For primary hypercholesterolemia, the dosage range is 10/10 mg to 10/80 mg per day, and an initial dose of 10/10 mg or 10/20 mg per day is recommended. For patients requiring a greater reduction in LDL cholesterol (>55%), an initial dose of 10/40 mg per day is recommended. Dosage adjustments should be made with intervals of at least two weeks based on the blood lipid levels.

This drug can cause a rare side effect known as rhabdomyolysis, which may lead to problems with kidney function, so if severe muscle pain or weakness occurs, contact your doctor immediately. This drug should not be administered to patients who are allergic to the active ingredient or any component of the formulation, those with severe liver problems, people with muscle disorders, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and those on certain antiviral medications. Patients with a history of liver disease or alcohol dependence, elderly patients at risk for myopathy, or those with risk factors such as hypothyroidism or decreased kidney function should use this drug cautiously and undergo regular testing as directed by a physician if necessary. If symptoms like muscle pain, muscle weakness, fatigue, fever, etc., occur while taking this medication, inform healthcare professionals immediately, and regular testing is needed as abnormalities in liver function or blood tests may be found. Additionally, this medication can affect liver function, so liver function tests should be conducted before and during treatment, and if liver function markers significantly increase, the medication should be discontinued. This drug may interact with other medications, so especially when taken in conjunction with certain antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, immunosuppressants, blood pressure medications, and diabetes medications, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is necessary. Women of childbearing age should use appropriate contraception while taking this medication and must inform healthcare professionals if they are planning to become pregnant or are pregnant. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children have not been established, and it is not recommended. Elderly patients are at a higher risk for myopathy and should use it with caution. In case of an overdose, as there is no specific antidote, treatment and supportive care according to symptoms are required, and liver function tests and blood tests should monitor the condition. Finally, this drug should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), generalized severe malaise, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urination changes

Mild side effects

• Muscle pain
• abdominal pain
• hyperkalemia
• joint pain
• muscle weakness
• musculoskeletal pain
• muscle cramps
• muscle fatigue
• headache
• dizziness

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage ensures the safety of the drug's effectiveness.

Appearance

White or off-white rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/Alu-Alu x 3]